Continuing the
Support to the people of Sri Lanka Consul General of India, Hambantota Mr.
Dipin P. R commenced distribution of rice, milk powder in Matara District on 16th
June 2022 at Divisional Secretariat, Akurassa in the presence of Mr. Nishan
Pathirana Additional District Secretary, Matara, Mrs. K.D.G Anoja , Divisional
Secretary, Akuressa and other officials. This humanitarian assistance programme
will benefit around 107700 beneficiaries in Matara district alone. This is a part
of Government of Tamil Nadu's assistance to the people of Sri Lanka, comprising
40,000 MT of rice and 500 MT of milk powder, which is being distributed across
the island currently.