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North Central Province Canal Project - NCPCP North Central Province Canal Project Mahaweli Water Security Investment Program (MWSIP) is one of the major development programs implementing in Sri Lanka.

ADB and the Government of Sri Lanka are working together to deliver surplus water from the Mahaweli river basin to its dry zone, where scarce supplies undermine agricultural output and household incomes. Upper Elehara Canal Project (UECP) is one of the major components of the MWSIP. Upper Elahere Canal is the first section of proposed North Central Province Canal(NCP canal), that includes the section from Moragahakanda reservoir to Huruluwewa which has a length of 65.5km. At the end point of NCP at Yakalla, water is diverted to Huruluwewa(128 MCM-103,680 Acft), and Mahakanadarawa via Mannankattiya and Eruwewa (66MCM-53460 Acft). This part of the canal will also provide water to Nachchaduwa,Nuwarawewa and Thisawewa(93MCM-75330Acft)
Total existing area benefitted by UEC is about 10000 Ha

Reservation for drinking water also available for the area people under this project.

Staff and Students of Technical College – Gampaha Visit NCPCPA group of staff members and students from the Technical Co...
07/10/2026

Staff and Students of Technical College – Gampaha Visit NCPCP

A group of staff members and students from the Technical College, Gampaha, visited the North Central Province Canal Project (NCPCP) on 11 September 2026 as part of a project awareness programme and field visit.

An awareness session was conducted at the CSCEC Conference Hall, providing the participants with an overview of the NCPCP, its objectives, major components, ongoing construction activities, and key implementation aspects. The session also provided an opportunity for the participants to gain insights into the technical and operational aspects of the project.

Following the awareness session, the group participated in a field visit to several key locations of the relevant contract package. The participants observed ongoing construction activities and gained practical exposure to major project components, construction processes, and field-level operations.

The visit served as a valuable platform for knowledge sharing and practical learning, enabling the students and staff to enhance their understanding of a large-scale irrigation infrastructure project and its contribution to the development of the North Central Province.

The NCPCP continues to facilitate such educational and institutional visits to promote knowledge sharing, technical awareness, and stronger engagement with academic and technical institutions under the Mahaweli Water Security Investment Program (MWSIP).

NCPCP and Wildlife Conservation Officials Visit ANR SitesThe North Central Province Canal Project (NCPCP), in collaborat...
07/10/2026

NCPCP and Wildlife Conservation Officials Visit ANR Sites
The North Central Province Canal Project (NCPCP), in collaboration with officials from the Department of Wildlife Conservation, conducted a field visit to the sites selected for Assisted Natural Regeneration (ANR) within the Elehara-Girithale Wildlife Sanctuary (EGWS) and Moragahakanda-Girithale Nature Reserve (MGNR).
The team visited two selected locations within EGWS and one location within MGNR to assess the existing conditions of the identified areas prior to the commencement of ANR activities.
As part of the monitoring and documentation process, photographs and video footage were recorded on 15 September 2026 to establish baseline evidence of the key areas before project intervention. Similar photographic and video records will be maintained throughout the implementation period and upon completion of the ANR activities to document the progress and outcomes of the intervention.

MWSIP Environmental Unit and NCPCP Conduct Reforestation Monitoring VisitThe Environmental Unit of the Mahaweli Water Se...
05/10/2026

MWSIP Environmental Unit and NCPCP Conduct Reforestation Monitoring Visit

The Environmental Unit of the Mahaweli Water Security Investment Program (MWSIP), together with the Officials from Department of Forest Conservation, conducted a site visit to several locations in the Anuradhapura District identified for reforestation activities on 10th of September 2026.

The visit focused on monitoring the progress and existing condition of ongoing reforestation activities, as well as reviewing the planned future reforestation programmes at the designated locations. The team visited key sites and held discussions on the current status, site conditions, and proposed arrangements for the successful implementation of future reforestation activities.

The visit provided a valuable opportunity to assess the progress of environmental initiatives, identify necessary actions, and strengthen coordination between the MWSIP Environmental Unit and Forest Department towards the effective implementation of the project's reforestation commitments.

Central Environmental Authority Officials and Environmental Monitors Visit NCPCPA group of 15 officials from the Central...
05/10/2026

Central Environmental Authority Officials and Environmental Monitors Visit NCPCP

A group of 15 officials from the Central Environmental Authority (CEA), accompanied by approximately 65 students trained as Environmental Monitors from Anuradhapura, visited the North Central Province Canal Project (NCPCP) on 04 September 2026 for a project awareness programme and field visit.

An awareness session was conducted at the CSCEC Conference Hall, providing the visiting officials and students with an overview of the project, its objectives, ongoing activities, and key implementation aspects. As the participants were from an environmental background, special emphasis was placed on environmental protection, management, and safeguard measures associated with the project.

Following the awareness session, the group participated in a fruitful field visit to several key locations of the relevant contract package. The participants had the opportunity to observe ongoing construction activities and gain a better understanding of the project’s progress, environmental considerations, and field-level operations.

The visit provided a valuable platform for knowledge sharing, coordination, and strengthening collaboration between the project and relevant government institutions, contributing to greater awareness and support for the successful and environmentally responsible implementation of the NCPCP under MWSIP.

Provincial Land Commission Officials Visit NCPCPOfficials from the Provincial Land Commission Office, Anuradhapura visit...
18/09/2026

Provincial Land Commission Officials Visit NCPCP

Officials from the Provincial Land Commission Office, Anuradhapura visited the North Central Province Canal Project (NCPCP) on 02 September 2026 for a project awareness programme and field visit.

An awareness session was conducted at the CSCEC Conference Hall, providing the visiting officials with an overview of the project, its objectives, ongoing activities, and key implementation aspects.

Following the awareness session, the officials participated in a fruitful field visit to several key locations of the relevant contract package, where they had the opportunity to observe the ongoing construction activities and gain a better understanding of the project's progress and field-level operations.

The visit provided a valuable opportunity for knowledge sharing, coordination, and strengthening collaboration among the project and relevant government institutions in support of the successful implementation of NCPCP.

Academic Staff and Students of Rajarata University Visit NCPCPAcademic staff and students of the Department of Environme...
17/09/2026

Academic Staff and Students of Rajarata University Visit NCPCP

Academic staff and students of the Department of Environmental Management, Rajarata University of Sri Lanka, visited the North Central Province Canal Project (NCPCP) on 25 August 2026 to gain a better understanding of the project and its environmental and technical aspects.

A comprehensive project awareness session was conducted at the Conference Hall of the Contractor – CSCEC, where the participants were briefed on the project objectives, implementation progress, key components, and major activities being carried out under NCPCP. in addition to this a session about the environment and social safegards also conducted to support their learning and understanding.

Following the awareness session, the visiting team participated in a field visit to several key locations in the Northern Shaft area of the relevant contract package. The team also visited the Tunnel 4 site, where they observed the ongoing construction activities and gained practical insights into the project's implementation and associated environmental considerations.

The visit provided an opportunity for the university community to connect academic knowledge with practical experience and to gain a firsthand understanding of the scale and complexity of the NCPCP.

A team of auditors from Anuradhapura visited the North Central Province Canal Project (NCPCP) on 21 August 2026.An aware...
17/09/2026

A team of auditors from Anuradhapura visited the North Central Province Canal Project (NCPCP) on 21 August 2026.

An awareness programme was conducted at the PMDSC Conference Hall, Mahameegaswewa, to provide the visiting team with a comprehensive understanding of the project, its objectives, key components, progress, and ongoing activities.

Following the awareness session, a field visit was facilitated to several key locations of the project. The team visited the Shaft Area and Northern Portal, where they observed the ongoing construction activities and gained first-hand insights into the project’s implementation and progress.

The visit provided a valuable opportunity for the visiting auditors to enhance their understanding of the project through both the technical briefing and direct observation of key project sites.

MASL Officials Visit the North Central Province Canal ProjectA team of senior officials from the Mahaweli Authority of S...
09/09/2026

MASL Officials Visit the North Central Province Canal Project

A team of senior officials from the Mahaweli Authority of Sri Lanka (MASL) visited the North Central Province Canal Project (NCPCP) on 28 July 2026.

The visit commenced with a fruitful meeting held at the PMDSC Conference Hall, Mahameegaswewa, bringing together officials from the Project Management Unit (PMU), Project Implementation Unit (PIU), PMDSC, and representatives of the Contractor.

The meeting provided an opportunity to have a detailed discussion on the current progress of the project, challenges and issues encountered during implementation, and planned activities for the coming period. The participants shared their views and experiences.

Following the meeting, the MASL officials visited key progress areas of the UEC ICB 2A Contract Package, including the shaft area and Tunnel 4, to observe the ongoing construction activities and progress at the site.
The visit and discussions reflected the continued coordination and collective efforts of all stakeholders towards the successful implementation of the NCPCP and achieving its intended objectives.

Media Visit to the North Central Province Canal ProjectA media team from Hiru TV visited the North Central Province Cana...
09/09/2026

Media Visit to the North Central Province Canal Project

A media team from Hiru TV visited the North Central Province Canal Project (NCPCP) on 25 and 26 July 2026 to capture the progress and key developments of this major water infrastructure project.

The visit was arranged to facilitate the media team in gathering footage and information for a video documentary and related publications, providing the public with an opportunity to learn more about the progress and work taking place on the ground.

On the first day, the team travelled from Moragahakanda to the tunnel through the Southern Portal, where they captured the successful tunnel breakthrough, along with the ongoing progress and key activities associated with the tunnel works.

On the second day, the team visited the surface location of the tunnel breakthrough, where the commemorative plaque has been installed. They also entered the tunnel through the Northern Portal and visited the tunnel outlet to capture the progress and developments at these important locations.

The visit provided a valuable opportunity to showcase the scale, progress, and technical achievements of the NCPCP and to share the story of this landmark project with a wider audience through the media.

Discussion on Tunnel Muck Tendering ProcessA meeting on the tendering process for the disposal of tunnel muck was held o...
09/09/2026

Discussion on Tunnel Muck Tendering Process

A meeting on the tendering process for the disposal of tunnel muck was held on 20 July 2026 at the NCPCP Office Conference Hall, with the participation of interested bidders.

During the meeting, the Head of the PIU and the Senior Engineer explained the tendering procedures and key requirements, while responding to questions and clarifying the concerns raised by the prospective bidders.

The Procurement Specialist and Environmental Specialist from PMU, also joined the meeting virtually and provided important guidance and highlighted key points related to the procurement process and environmental requirements to be considered by the interested bidders.

The discussion provided a valuable opportunity for prospective bidders to gain a clearer understanding of the procedures, requirements, and important considerations involved in the tendering process, contributing to a transparent and well-informed way forward.

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