The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has warned that legal action will be taken against unauthorized constructions that obstruct drainage systems and contribute to flooding in parts of Colombo, even during light rainfall.
Director of the CMC’s Water Supply and Drainage Division, Engineer Manoj Ranasinghe, said unauthorized constructions identified along Sri Wickrama Road in Mattakkuliya and Bimelwatte Road have already been removed.
He added that notices are being issued to other locations where similar unauthorized constructions have been identified, with further action to be taken against those responsible.
