The Governor of Northern Province, N. Vethanayahan, instructed the Jaffna Municipal Council to rectify deficiencies in the Jaffna New Market Complex within a set timeframe and, jointly with the Urban Development Authority, examine the feasibility of constructing a modern long-term shopping mall there. These guidelines were issued during a special discussion on urban development held today (09.11.2026) under the Governor’s chairmanship.
Noting that the Municipal Council must give strict attention to city cleanliness and waste management, the Governor instructed officials to expedite CCTV monitoring to prevent illegal dumping and maintain clean drainages. Additionally, it was agreed to remove unapproved outlets on state land around the Central Bus Stand, alongside discussions on legally increasing Municipal Council revenue.
Emphasizing that all directive matters must be completed within the established timeframe, the Governor announced that a Progress Review Meeting will be held in the second week of January 2027. The meeting was attended by the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of the Municipal Council, the Commissioner of Local Government, the Divisional Secretary of Jaffna, and representatives from the Urban Development Authority, the Road Passenger Transport Authority, and trade unions.
