Cyclone Ditwah Causes ₹75 Billion Damage In Sri Lanka; Roads, Bridges, Power, & Water Infrastructure Hit
Published on: Dec. 17, 2025, 10:15 a.m. | Source: Free Press Journal
Sri Lanka’s Road Development Authority reported losses of nearly Rs 75 billion from Cyclone Ditwah, with total rehabilitation costs estimated at Rs 190 billion for 316 roads and 40 bridges. The Ceylon Electricity Board, Lanka Electricity Company, and National Water Supply Board also suffered losses. Funding for reconstruction is expected from the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank.
