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Sri Lanka Approves Rs. 562mn Contract for Wastewater Treatment Plants Amidst Legal Debate
Owlester AI · from 2 sources ·
Sri Lanka has approved a Rs. 562 million contract for constructing two new wastewater treatment plants at the Welipenna service area. This decision comes as the country debates the implications of a proposed Prevention of Organised Crimes Bill. Former Bar Association of Sri Lanka President Saliya Pieris has raised concerns about the bill's potential to lead to arbitrary arrests and prolonged detention.