COLOMBO, Dec. 16 -- The World Bank Group on Monday (15) announced up to US$120 million in emergency financial support for Sri Lanka to aid recovery efforts following the widespread devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, which left thousands displaced and caused extensive damage to homes, livelihoods, and infrastructure.

In a statement issued on Monday, the World Bank said the funding will be mobilizd by repurposing resources from existing projects, following a request from the Sri Lankan government. The emergency support is aimed at restoring essential services and infrastructure in the worst-affected areas, including health care, water supply, education, agriculture, and transport connectivity.

"The World Bank Group is deeply saddened b...