Permanent structures to be constructed at Nawagamuwa sacred place

Mohammed Naalir

The Urban Development and Sacred Area Development Ministry has taken measures to construct permanent structures and stalls at the Nawagamuwa Sacred place removing all unauthorised structures and boutiques in the area, Minister Dinesh Gunawardane said.

The total cost for this project would be Rs. 3 million. Minister Dinesh Gunawardane along with Education Minister Susil Prema Jayantha inaugurated the construction work at a ceremony held at the site.

In addition to the proposed project, an alternative road, a pilgrims rest, sanitation facilities including pipe-borne water facilities, a car park and a drainage system will also be constructed.

Meanwhile, plans are mooted to map this sacred area to protect this place from devastation, Minister Gunawardane added.