Sri Lankans determined to rebuild their lives and livelihoods View(s):By Minaza HassanDuring this festive season, while celebrations are ongoing, many communities across Sri Lanka are also attempting to rebuild their lives and livelihoods while still grappling with the aftermath of the recent floods and landslides. Ms Banu and her family and others have relocated to a safer area but face serious health and sanitation issues. Many families in the area also lost their homes; some had even lost their loved ones, said Mr Riyal. However, compensation schemes often apply only to registered enterprises, leaving most of these women excluded from relief, said Dr Kottegoda. But there were cancellations of smaller events, such as Christmas parties, mainly out of sympathy rather than necessity, Mr Armstrong said.

Source: Sunday Times December 28, 2025 13:17 UTC