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Stable Tourism Policy will be introduced: Harin

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2 years ago

August 15, 2023

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A Policy for Tourism that does not change when the Government or the politicians are changed would be introduced soon, Tourism and Lands Minister Harin Fernando said.

The minister said this policy, which was prepared after extensive study by the experts in the field, has now been forwarded to the Cabinet.

He said the policy will be presented to the country in the next two weeks.

The minister further said the development of the tourism sector would be a major approach to solve the US Dollar crisis in the country.

Meanwhile, he said that a programme is expected to be introduced in the future to reduce the traffic in places that have gained tourist attraction in Sri Lanka and a special programme has been planned to ensure the safety of tourists together with the Ministry of Public Security.

The minister said that a mobile phone app will be introduced for the convenience of tourists as well as a formal programme to prevent various inconveniences faced by foreign tourists.

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Fire erupts at timber shop in Bokundara

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1 hour ago

June 4, 2025

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A fire has broken out at a timber sales outlet along the Piliyandala-Colombo main road in Bokundara, Piliyandala.

Four fire trucks and a team of firefighters from the Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia Municipal Council have rushed to the scene to contain the blaze. Authorities are also seeking additional support from the Colombo Municipal Council fire brigade.

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A330-200 to fly low from Port City to Pandura – Timing revealed

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2 hours ago

June 4, 2025

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SriLankan Airlines’ newly added Airbus A330-200 will perform a low-altitude flyover from Colombo Port City to Pandura today (04), between 8:15 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., allowing the public to enjoy a clear view of the aircraft.

According to SriLankan Airlines, the aircraft will then return to Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake.

The airline invites general public to witness this special event.

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Showers expected in several areas today

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2 hours ago

June 4, 2025

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Several spells of showers will occur in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and North-western provinces and in the Galle and Matara districts today (June 04).

Showers or thundershowers may occur in a few places in the Uva province and in the Ampara and Batticaloa districts during the afternoon or night.

Fairly strong winds of about 30-40 kmph can be expected at times over the Western slopes of the central hills and in the Northern, North-central, North-western and Southern provinces and in the Trincomalee district.

The general public has been requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.