India to build 50,000 house for IDPs

Colombo: A Sri Lankan government statement had claimed earlier this week that India would
build only 5000 houses and repair the remaining 45000.

Existing houses only for a smaller number of IDPs would be repaired if they so wish, the High Commission of India clarified in statement on Friday.


The pilot project to build the first 1000 houses was launched in November.

The statement further stated that while shelter was the primary focus, the project would also tap the potential of creating livelihood. The Indian agencies executing this project will make every effort necessary to source materials, labour and expertise locally wherever available.