Hotels Association Welcomes Govt. Decision to Demolish Illegal Structures in Mirrissa

The Hotels association of Srilanka (THASL) yesterday expressed its sincere appreciation for the government decision to demolish unauthorized structures and businesses on the Mirrissa coastline under the directions of president Maithripala Sirisena.The THASL statement reads thus “We are extremely pleased that the government has shown capability to take effective measures to safeguard the general public and tourists who regularly visit this scenic part of the coastline. Our associ9ation notes that this is the first occasion where there has been a clear response to this recurrent problem by the government. This measure establishes a sound precedent and sends out a strong message that similar action will be taken in the future as well, if necessary. It also reinforces that Srilanka takes a decisive action to protect the public and tourists.”