Public Administration Minister Prof. Chandana Abayarathna has urged all communities to set aside religious differences and work together as Sri Lanka begins reconstruction efforts following disaster damage to infrastructure.

Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government Minister Prof. Chandana Abayarathna has emphasized the importance of national unity in addressing the challenges currently facing Sri Lanka. Speaking during reconstruction work in Anamaduwa, Puttalam district, the minister called on communities across different religious backgrounds to collaborate in the country's recovery efforts.

The minister's remarks come as infrastructure reconstruction work has commenced in affected areas. Anamaduwa was among the locations where disaster-related damage required restoration and rebuilding initiatives. The focus on unity reflects broader efforts to mobilize public cooperation during the reconstruction phase.

According to the minister, overcoming Sri Lanka's current difficulties will require coordinated action that transcends religious and communal divisions. The statement underscores government messaging around national cohesion during this challenging period of infrastructure repair and recovery.