Sri Lanka Cricket has stepped forward with a massive Rs. 300 million donation to the government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund, signaling one of the strongest corporate and sporting responses to the Cyclone Ditwah disaster.
Sri Lanka Cricket has announced a donation of Rs. 300 million to the government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund to support national recovery efforts following the destruction caused by Cyclone Ditwah. The decision was taken under the direction of Sri Lanka Cricket President Mr. Shammi Silva and the Executive Committee, reflecting the institution’s commitment to stand with the country during a time of national crisis.
The contribution is expected to play a key role in strengthening emergency relief operations, assisting families displaced by the cyclone, and restoring essential public services in affected regions. Thousands of families across the country suffered losses to homes, livelihoods, and basic infrastructure as floodwaters and extreme weather conditions tore through coastal and inland districts.
Sri Lanka Cricket stated that the donation represents its deep sense of responsibility as a national sporting body that represents a game followed passionately by millions of Sri Lankans. The organisation expressed confidence that the funds will directly support urgent humanitarian needs and longer term rebuilding efforts driven by the government.
Furthermore, Sri Lanka Cricket reiterated that this donation is not a one time gesture but part of a wider commitment to the nation’s progress. The President, Executive Committee, players, and administrators pledged to continue standing by Sri Lanka in moments of need and to extend support whenever required.
The contribution places Sri Lanka Cricket among the most significant donors toward the country’s post cyclone recovery and underscores the growing role of sporting institutions in national disaster response and humanitarian action.
