Srilanka, July 10 -- The Sri Lankan government is moving forward with plans to establish a national network of daycare and therapy centres for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental conditions.

Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake has directed officials to prepare a detailed concept proposal within two weeks, following discussions held yesterday at the Presidential Secretariat.

This initiative, championed by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, aims to create a coordinated system involving multiple ministries and government departments, with the Presidential Secretariat overseeing implementation.

The programme will utilise a Rs 250 million allocation from this year's budget, channe...