Vision
To assist in achieving sustainable development through the establishment of a safe community in the district
Mission
Building a culture of safety among the community by systematically managing natural, technological and man-made disaster risks
Functions of the District Disaster Management Unit
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Creation of National Disaster Management Plan and National Emergency Operations Plan based on National Policy |
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Hazard mapping and risk assessment |
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Coordinate and conduct training and awareness programs |
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Implementation of preparedness activities to respond to disasters, including assisting government agencies in developing preparedness plans |
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Producing and disseminating early warnings |
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Managing emergency operations and coordinating search and rescue operations |
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Coordination of post-disaster activities including relief distribution |
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Disaster reduction |
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Research and development activities |
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Integrating disaster risk reduction into the development process |
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Coordinate climate change adaptation programs |
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Liaising with Ministries, Departments, Armed Forces and Police, Private Sector Institutions, Local Non-Governmental Organizations, International Non-Governmental Organizations and other relevant agencies on disaster risk reduction activities |
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Obtaining foreign assistance, coordinating and implementing projects for disaster mitigation, response and post-disaster recovery |
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Last Updated Date : 23-06-2025
Contact Us
Telephone : 0912 227 315, 0912 117 117
Fax : 0912 227 315
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Head of the department/ section
Mr. J. N. P. Liyanagama
District Assistant Director
0773 957 873
Mr. N. K. Weerathunga
District Deputy Assistant Director
0769 127 469
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