Khartoum:World Habitat Day, proclaimed by the United Nations, is being commemorated today with the theme ‘Adequate Housing for All.’

According to News.LK, the main national event is scheduled to be held at Temple Trees, under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and Minister of Housing, Construction and Water Supply Dr. H.M. Susil Ranasinghe.

To coincide with World Habitat Day, a National Housing Week is being conducted across the country. As part of this initiative, 5,000 houses constructed with government support are set to be handed over to the public today.

The Government has set a goal to construct and distribute an additional 30,000 houses by December 31. The Ministry has also launched several programs to ensure that every individual has access to a safe and secure home.