Unauthorised building on Thilakawardhana Land: Biyagama Chairman
The Chairman of the Biyagama Pradeshiya Sabha, Attorney-at-Law Lal Kumarapeli, told ‘Sri Lanka Mirror‘ that a building has been constructed on a plot of land at No. 39/4, Pasan Mawatha, Makola South, which is reportedly owned by the Thilakawardhana Group, without obtaining a permit from the local authority.
However, he revealed that the Urban Development Authority has recommended that the Pradeshiya Sabha approve the relevant land subdivision.
He further stated that complaints had been received regarding the unauthorised construction and that the Pradeshiya Sabha was taking appropriate action in this regard.
When asked whether approval could be granted for the construction and the land subdivision, the Chairman said that no decision had yet been taken on whether approval would be given, as certain issues remained unresolved. He noted that if those issues were addressed and the development complied with the law, approval would be granted; otherwise, it would be refused.
Attorney-at-Law Lal Kumarapeli also emphasised that he would not yield to any form of pressure or influence.
Media reports indicate that residents of the area have lodged several complaints with the Biyagama Pradeshiya Sabha, objecting to plans by the Thilakawardhana Group, owned by businessman Sunil Thilakawardhana, to construct a warehouse complex on the land in question, arguing that the locality is designated as a residential zone.
The reports further state that construction activities continued despite an order issued by the Pradeshiya Sabha to halt the works.
A written complaint reportedly submitted by a resident to the Sapugaskanda Police in connection with the matter has also been circulating on social media.
Letter addressed to the Officer-in-Charge of Sapugaskanda Police Station (05 January 2026).
Letter addressed to the Chairman of the Divisional Coordination Committee at the Biyagama Divisional Secretariat (12 January 2026).
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