Hon. Ananda Wijepala
2026-03-03
Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala informed Parliament that the government has addressed police accommodation issues, particularly around Colombo, by purchasing a 352-unit housing complex from the Urban Development Authority for Rs. 4,100 million with Cabinet approval. He further noted that efforts are underway to expand and improve barracks and facilities at police stations across the country, with accommodation in relevant police areas arranged whenever transfers take place.
Mr. Speaker, whenever transfers occur, accommodation within the relevant police area is arranged. We identified issues around Colombo. Accordingly, with Cabinet approval, we purchased a 352-unit housing complex from the Urban Development Authority at a cost of Rs. 4,100 million to resolve accommodation issues for police officers in urban areas. We are also expanding and improving police barracks and facilities across stations.