Authorities have decided to provide the opportunity for the students in Bandarawela Education Zone, who are staying at a relative’s house or elsewhere due to being displaced as a result of the adverse weather conditions, to attend any nearby school.
When inquired by Ada Derana, Zonal Education Director of Bandarawela, H.M.M. Dhammika Herath stated that this decision was reached, owing to the absence of a majority of students in schools in the area due to weather calamities.
Meanwhile, Makaldeniya Tamil Vidyalaya in Koslanda, Haldumulla and Meeriyabedda Tamil Primary School have been closed due to the absence of students, he said.
The teachers of the aforesaid schools have also been informed to report to duty at Sri Ganesha Tamil Maha Vidyalayam in Koslanda.
Furthermore, it is reported that one of the school buildings in Koslanda Sri Ganesha Tamil Maha Vidyalayam is also being used as a relief camp for displaced individuals.
