He told both government officials and politicians to be vigilant and prevent any paddy lands from being filled.

The President during the meeting discussed with officials the progress of development work in various sectors in the district.

He pointed out to officials that peoples needs and aspirations have changed over time. “The public who requested us to rid the country of terrorism in the past is now asking for highways, carpeted roads, fly overs, buildings and all inclusive development.

“All people's representatives should shed their petty political rivalry and work in unison to make these aspirations a reality,” he said.

The President discussed with officials regarding issues such as health, education, food security and also efforts at guiding the youngsters of the district in the correct path.

He prevailed upon officials the importance of building a disciplined and morally rich society and requested them to work towards it. It was noted by officials that projects to provide safe drinking water to the public and efforts to mitigate floods had yielded very positive results.

The President also discussed with officials on the progress of local industries in the district. He instructed them to renovate dilapidated health centres and schools.

Whilst noting that there has been impressive progress in development work in all the sectors. The President told officials and politicians from the district to further improve on these achievements to fullfill people's expectations and aspirations.

Economic Development Minister Basil Rajapaksa and other politicians representing the Gampaha district, Secretary to the P{resident

Lalith Weeratunga, other ministry secretaries and state officials attended.

The meeting was held at the Siyane College of Education in Gampaha.