Sri Lanka, Direct Action Wash and Disaster Risk Reduction after Cyclone “Ditwah” in 2025
Cyclone “Ditwah” hit Sri Lanka on 27 November 2025, causing the death 640 peoples, flooding, landslides, and damages to roads and water systems. Switzerland deployed a Rapid Response Team to assess needs and implement relief measures. Actions included water distribution, technical training, village-level repairs, and cash support via local partners. A follow-up project will strengthen disaster-resilient drinking water access and activate existing water treatment units.
| Country/region | Topic | Period | Budget |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Sri Lanka |
Emergency Relief and Protection
Material relief assistance
|
01.04.2026
- 31.12.2026 |
CHF 272’910
|
- Swiss Humanitarian Aid Unit
-
Sector according to the OECD Developement Assistance Commitiee categorisation EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Sub-Sector according to the OECD Developement Assistance Commitiee categorisation Material relief assistance and services
Aid Type SDC direct implementation
Project number 7F11673
| Directorate/federal office responsible |
SDC |
| Project partners |
Contract partner |
| Budget | Current phase Swiss budget CHF 272’910 Swiss disbursement to date CHF 627 Total project since first phase Swiss budget CHF 450’000 Budget inclusive project partner CHF 725’000 |
| Project phases | Phase 2 01.04.2026 - 31.12.2026 (Current phase) Phase 1 03.12.2025 - 30.04.2026 (Active) |
