Many steps taken to resolve problems arising from the Nilwala salt barrier

A number of short-term measures have been proposed to resolve the irrigation problems in the area until a long-term solution is found for the problems arising due to the salt barrier constructed across the Nilwala River. In this regard, during a discussion held recently at the Presidential Secretariat between the Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake and officials of all ministries and institutions related to this problem, th…