The Ministry of Irrigation (; ) is the cabinet ministry of the Government of Sri Lanka responsible for:
- The development of the nation's water resources and irrigation infrastructure
- The management of river basins, groundwater sources and irrigation systems a by operation and/or maintenance
- Conservation and protection of sources of water (groundwater included), including monitoring pollution levels and ensuring water quality, as well as preventing salt water intrusions into fresh water sources
- Allocation of water resource use at a national level (not to be confused with the more in-depth functions of the National Water Supply and Drainage Board)
- Maintaining national drainage networks and flood protection systems
- Engineering consultancy services
- Oversight and promotion of rainwater harvesting.
To this end, the ministry drafts policies and legislation, as well as provides guidelines, advice and consultancy.
List of ministers
Parties
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