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About Our Office & Matara

Our Mission

To establish a proper, Efficient and effective regional administration through a better guidance, advice and co-operation needed for local government institution so that aspiration and expectation of general public in the Matara district could be fulfilled.

Our Vision

To set up a local government system with a good administration which provides and efficient service to the general public living in the Matara District.

Our Values

Integrity, transparency, accountability, and commitment to serving the people of Matara with excellence and dedication.

A Glimpse into Matara

Matara, historically known as 'Magama,' is a major city in Sri Lanka's Southern Province. A key geographical feature is the Nilwala River, which flows through the city and empties into the sea. The city is home to a majority Sinhalese population, with significant Muslim and Tamil communities, and is renowned as the birthplace of many influential individuals.

Notable Figures from Matara

Business Groups

  • Upali Group
  • Nawaloka Group
  • Jinasena Group
  • Dasa Group
  • Harischandra Mills

Famous Authors

  • Aththudawe Rahula Himi
  • Munidasa Kumaratunga
  • Denagama Siriwardhana

Famous Poets

  • Saram Mudali
  • Kalidasa
  • Gajaman Nona
  • Ranchagoda Lamaya

Electoral Divisions of Matara District

Matara
Weligama
Devinuwara
Hakmana
Akuressa
Deniyaya
Kamburupitiya

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