Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- The national 'Prajashakthi' movement launched by the Government to eradicate poverty and ensure economic justice through social empowerment is now being implemented successfully across all districts of the country. In this context, an awareness programme on the Prajashakthi national movement for community development representatives of the Western Province (WP) - Colombo, Gampaha and Kalutara districts - was held on Tuesday (13) at Temple Trees.

Approximately Rs. 180 billion has been allocated for rural development in the 2026 Budget estimates and Budget proposals. Community Development Councils established at the Grama Niladhari division level have therefore been entrusted with a special responsibility in the utili...