The Government has launched a programme to transform Arugam Bay into a worldwide wind surfing destination. "The Government will not only have promotional campaigns worldwide for Arugam Bay as a tourism and wind surfing destination, but also have training sessions for the sport and international competitions as well,”  Minister of Sri Lanka Mr. Prasanna Ranathunga said.

The attention of the Government has also been drawn to not only promotion the Arugam Bay area to a tourism destination, but to also enhance the livelihoods of those who have been involved in the tourist trade as well, the Minister said.

He also said that there was an allocation of Rs. 300 Million for the development of the Eastern Province, of which a majority of the funds will be apportioned for the development of Arugam Bay.

Arugam Bay is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Sri Lanka with plenty of attractions and hotspot for family adventure holidays in Sri Lanka and also for honeymoon holidays. Wildlife glamping in Kumana National Park also one of the best things to do in Arugam Bay. 

The infrastructure development has also commenced and the areas to be developed have already been identified. Some of them include: Kumana Bird Sanctuary, Muhudu Maha Viharaya, Pottuvil, Paanama and others.
The Minister expressed confidence that there will be an influx of tourists to Arugam Bay between June and October and efforts will be made to counter the adverse effects of Covid -19.

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