MSMEs Count Losses after Cyclone Ditwah

Sri Lanka’s MSME sector is grappling with heavy losses following Cyclone Ditwah, with official data showing nearly 9,630 enterprises directly affected. Micro and small businesses account for the majority of cases, reflecting their vulnerability to infrastructure damage and business interruptions.

While about 44% of affected firms have resumed operations, many others face weeks or months before reopening, largely due to damaged machinery, lost inventories and limited access to finance. Nearly 8% of enterprises expect recovery to take more than three months.

Authorities say the data will guide emergency relief, concessional loans and technical assistance. Industry groups stress that timely and targeted support is crucial to prevent permanent closures and job losses, particularly in regional economies heavily dependent on MSMEs.

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