Sharjah Launches Humanitarian Projects in Sri Lanka

His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah and Chairman of the Sharjah Media Council, laid the foundation stone for the “Al Reeh Al Mursalah” Village and inaugurated a mobile medical clinic in the Puttalam region of Sri Lanka.

The projects, implemented through the cooperation of the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority and Sharjah Charity International, reflect Sharjah’s commitment to global humanitarian values. His Highness affirmed that the initiatives embody the vision of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, who consistently supports helping communities in need.

The village will include 50 homes, a mosque for 200 worshippers, a health centre, a children’s park, a sewing centre with a training workshop, and a display hall for local products. It will also feature an artesian well and solar-powered facilities to ensure sustainability. Each home will provide two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and a bathroom.

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In addition, a mobile medical clinic was inaugurated to provide emergency care and routine check-ups for villagers and neighbouring communities. Equipped with essential supplies, the clinic is staffed by a trained team capable of handling common local medical conditions.

Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed praised the contributions of the “Al Reeh Al Mursalah” programme and its donors, noting that such collective efforts reflect the UAE and Sharjah’s humanitarian spirit. He added that these initiatives strengthen family stability, provide dignity, and create opportunities for a better future.

Mohamed Hassan Khalaf, Director General of the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority, said the projects are a direct result of the “Al Reeh Al Mursalah” programme, which has raised AED 67 million over 14 years. The initiative has supported villages, schools, hospitals, wells, orphan sponsorships, and income-generating projects in 110 countries.

During the visit, logistical supplies such as food packages, sewing machines, bicycles, and wheelchairs were also distributed to help families achieve self-reliance.

Accompanying His Highness were Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah Charity International; Khaled Nasser Al Ameri, UAE Ambassador to Sri Lanka; Mohamed Hassan Khalaf; Tariq Saeed Allay, Director General of Sharjah Government Media Bureau; and Hassan Yaqoub Al Mansouri, Secretary-General of the Sharjah Media Council, along with senior officials.

With these new initiatives, Sharjah has further strengthened its humanitarian footprint, continuing its mission of delivering sustainable aid and support to communities worldwide.