Mineral Sand Monopoly Threatens Sri Lankaβs Industrial Ambitions
Source: Lanka News
Category: Politics
Region: Sri Lanka
Published: October 21, 2026 at 02:40
π Summary
Sri Lankaβs ambition to become a regional mineral-processing hub could face a serious test as State-owned Lanka Mineral Sands Ltd. (LMSL) seeks exclusive mining rights over 68 grids along the northeastern coastline, while asking the Government to prevent other private institutions from receiving access to the deposits. The proposal raises an uncomfortable question for the [β¦] The post Mineral Sand Monopoly Threatens Sri Lankaβs Industrial Ambitions appeared first on Lankanews.lk .