16/02/2025
โBeautiful Beach โ Attractive Tourist Destinationโ
The National Beach Beautification Program was launched today in the Eastern Province to enhance the natural beauty of coastal areas.
As part of this initiative, the main event in the Ampara District took place at the popular tourist destination, Arugam Bay Beach.
Organized by the Pottuvil Divisional Secretariat, the event was held under the leadership of Ampara District Government Agent, Mr. Chinthaka Abeywickrama.
The State Minister for Rural Development, Social Security, and Community Empowerment, Mr. Vasantha Piyathissa, participated as the chief guest.
Several key officials and representatives attended the event, including:
โข Secretary to the Ministry of Public Security, Mr. Ravi Seneviratne
โข Chairman of the Tourism and Industry Chamber, Mr. A.M. Jaubar
โข Pottuvil Divisional Organizer of the National Peopleโs Power, Mr. Adam Saleem
โข Officials from the Pottuvil Divisional Secretariat and Pradeshiya Sabha
โข Dr Uwais Farook MOH Pottuvil
โข Tri-forces personnel
โข Arugam Bay Clean Lanka Organization and its Chairman, H.M. Imam
โข Arugam Bay Auto Owners Association and its Chairman, A. Musammil
โข Local community organizations and volunteers
During the event, a beach cleanup covering approximately 18 kilometers of the Arugam Bay coastal area was carried out.
The program started at 7:30 AM and continued until 11:00 AM, successfully contributing to a cleaner and more attractive beach environment.