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Hambantota saltern expanded by 20 acres

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The main saltern in Hambantota has been expanded by a further 20 acres. Saltwater was released to the new areas on July 26 for salt production to begin. 

It is hoped to increase salt production by a further 5000 metric tonnes through this expansion of the saltern. 

Story and Pix by Rahul Samantha Hettiarachchi in Hambantota

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