Serving the Community: Kotmale Pradeshiya Sabha Successfully Concludes Mobile Service Program

 

As part of the annual Local Government Week celebrations, the Kotmale Pradeshiya Sabha successfully conducted a comprehensive mobile service program on September 15, 2025. The event, held at the Kotmale West Divisional Secretariat, was designed to bring essential administrative services directly to the doorsteps of local residents.

The initiative saw an excellent turnout, bridging the gap between local government institutions and the public by providing efficient, centralized solutions to long-standing community needs.

Bringing Essential Services to Your Doorstep

Mobile service programs play a vital role in civic administration, especially in diverse regions like Kotmale. Instead of traveling to multiple distant offices, residents were able to access various local government, land, and social services under one roof.

Key Highlights of the Day:

• Streamlined Administrative Services: Efficient processing of official documentation, permits, and public assessments.
• Direct Community Engagement: Senior officials and staff were available on-site to listen to community grievances and provide immediate guidance.
• Inter-Departmental Collaboration: The event highlighted strong coordination between the Kotmale Pradeshiya Sabha and the Kotmale West Divisional Secretariat to ensure public requests were handled smoothly.

"The primary goal of Local Government Week is to foster a more transparent, accessible, and citizen-centric public service. The success of this mobile program reflects our commitment to serving the people of Kotmale efficiently."

 

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Kotmale West Hosts Drama-Therapy Counseling Program to Enhance Mental Well-being of Field Officers

Recognizing the importance of mental health in professional life, a special Drama-Therapeutic Counseling Program was successfully conducted on July 31, 2025, at the Hunugaloya Disaster Management Center. The workshop was specially designed for the Economic Development Officers and other field officers attached to the Kotmale West Divisional Secretariat Division.

The program was enriched by the professional expertise of the Kandy District Psychological Counseling Officers from the Ministry of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment, who served as the resource persons for the session.

The primary objective of this innovative program was to help public officers manage work-related stress, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and enhance their psychological resilience through expressive drama-therapy techniques. By prioritizing the mental well-being of frontline field officers, the session aimed to empower them to serve the public more effectively and empathetically.

 

 

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Kotmale West Divisional Secretariat Convenes Divisional Federation of Youth Clubs Meeting

 

The Divisional Federation of Youth Clubs (Yowun Samaja Pradeshiya Sammelanaya) for the Kotmale West Divisional Secretariat Division was successfully held on July 19, 2025.

This key youth-led gathering brought together members and representatives from various local youth clubs across the division. The main objectives of the federation meeting were to empower the regional youth community, appoint new office bearers, and discuss future development projects, leadership training, and youth welfare initiatives to be implemented within the Kotmale West area.

Through this federation, the Kotmale West Divisional Secretariat, in collaboration with the National Youth Services Council, aims to foster active youth participation in community development and regional leadership.

 

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Construction of New Houses Begins in Kotmale West Under 'Samata Niwahana 2025' National Housing Project

Marking another significant step toward ensuring secure housing for all, the commencement of construction work for two new houses took place on July 14, 2025, within the Kotmale West Divisional Secretariat Division.

These housing units are being constructed in the Katabula_wa and Hunugaloya Grama Niladhari Divisions (GNDs) under the prestigious "සැමට නිවහන 2025" (Shelter for All 2025) national development project, which is actively implemented by the National Housing Development Authority (NHDA).

The initiative aims to provide safe and sustainable shelter for deserving families in the region, thereby uplifting their living standards and ensuring social well-being. Government officials, community leaders, and beneficiaries participated in the event to mark the official laying of foundations.

 

 

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Central Province Department of Social Welfare and Child Care Services Hosts Special Child Protection and Welfare Awareness Program in Kotmale West

 

A special community awareness program dedicated to child protection and welfare was successfully conducted on June 19, 2025, at the Gorakaoya Sri Sugatha Bimbarama Temple within the Kotmale West Divisional Secretariat Division. The event was organized by the Department of Social Welfare, Probation and Child Care Services of the Central Province and was held under the distinguished patronage of the Provincial Commissioner.

The primary objective of this initiative was to educate vulnerable communities and streamline the welfare services provided by the department. During the session, officials raised extensive awareness regarding two key support programs targeted at uplifting low-income families:

• Educational Assistance Scheme: Educating and identifying eligible beneficiaries to provide financial and educational aid for school-going children from low-income backgrounds.
• Housing Assistance Project: Providing housing grants specifically aimed at ensuring a safe, secure, and protective living environment for children belonging to underprivileged families.

This collaborative effort reflects the ongoing commitment of both provincial and divisional authorities to safeguard child rights, alleviate financial barriers to education, and ensure a secure future for the children of the Kotmale West division.

 

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Kotmale West Divisional Secretariat Convenes Its First Divisional Agricultural Committee Meeting

 

The inaugural Divisional Agricultural Committee (DAC) meeting of the Kotmale West Divisional Secretariat was successfully held on June 17, 2025, at the Divisional Secretariat premises.

This milestone meeting brought together key agricultural officers, agrarian service representatives, and relevant stakeholders of the area. The primary objective of the session was to discuss the development of the local agricultural sector, address challenges faced by farming communities, and effectively plan upcoming agricultural projects and food production initiatives within the Kotmale West division.

The successful implementation of this first committee meeting marks a significant step forward in strengthening the rural economy and ensuring sustainable agricultural development in the region.

 

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Kotmale West Divisional Secretariat Hosts Its Inaugural Divisional Coordinating Committee Meeting

 

The inaugural Divisional Coordinating Committee (DCC) meeting of the newly established Kotmale West Divisional Secretariat was successfully convened on June 9, 2025.

Being the maiden coordinating committee meeting for the division, this landmark event brought together key political representatives, government officials, and institutional heads. The primary focus of the meeting was to discuss, plan, and streamline regional development projects, public welfare initiatives, and administrative matters aimed at the progress of the Kotmale West division.

This session marks a significant milestone in accelerating the administrative and development machinery to better serve the public of the area.

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