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title: "Government Increases Aswesuma Allowances for Vulnerable Groups"
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date: 2024-12-03
modified: 2024-12-03
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author: "LankaXpress Reporter"
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# Government Increases Aswesuma Allowances for Vulnerable Groups

The government has announced an increase in monthly allowances under the Aswesuma welfare program, benefiting over a million individuals across the country.

The monthly allowance for general Aswesuma recipients has been raised from **Rs. 8,500 to Rs. 10,000**, covering approximately **800,000 individuals**. Meanwhile, the monthly allowance for the most vulnerable groups under the Aswesuma program has been increased from **Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 17,500**, benefiting nearly **400,000 people**.

In addition to these enhancements, the government has also extended the Aswesuma allowances for the 800,000 recipients until **March 31, 2025**, and for another groups until **December 31, 2024**.

This move reflects the government’s commitment to supporting those most affected by economic challenges, providing much-needed relief to vulnerable communities across the nation.

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