A programme has been launched to sell coconuts at reasonable prices. The Chilaw Plantations in collaboration with the Coconut Development Authority and the Coconut Cultivation Board is launching the programme at the behest of Minister Jagath Pushpakumara. Accordingly coconuts can be purchased at reasonable prices from specially established outlets at Chilaw Plantations at No: 11, Duke Street, Colombo 01, the Coconut Development Authority at Nawala Road in Narahenpita and at the Coconut Cultivation Board located at Denzil Kobbekaduwa Mawatha in Battaramulla.
The maximum price of a coconut sold at these outlets is 45 rupees. Minister Jagath Pushpakumara pointed out that plans are afoot to set up special trading outlets at more locations within next week.
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