Ahilan Kadharagama
Economist at the University of Jaffna who provides analysis on the cyclone's economic impact, reconstruction needs and the constraints posed by Sri Lanka's IMF program and austerity measures.
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Feb 10, 2026 • 17min
After the cyclone: Can Sri Lanka’s economy recover?
Ahilan Kadharagama, economist at the University of Jaffna who analyzes reconstruction needs and fiscal constraints. Dilhan Fernando, CEO of Dilma tea, on damage to estates, communities and exports. They discuss the cyclone's toll on infrastructure and agriculture. They talk about disrupted schooling, rebuilding priorities, business resilience and how limited aid and IMF conditions shape recovery.
