Colombo (News 1st); The gazette notification signed by former President Maithripala Sirisena approving the expansion of the Sinharaja conservation area was released on Sunday (15).

The former President posted a note on his Facebook page over the release of the long-awaited gazette notification.

He said it is the duty and responsibility of all to protect the earth and the environment for future generations.

https://www.facebook.com/maithripalas/posts/10158554782081327

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