Proactive measures to safeguard Mawakada Canal

In commitment to environmental conservation and empowering the community of the area, Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon, in partnership with the Hikkaduwa Urban Council, organized a cleanup program at Mawakada Canal, in commemoration of World Cleanup Day. The collective dedication of the team resulted in the removal of 40 kilograms of plastic waste and 35 kilograms of glass debris from the ocean strainer, installed in the Mawakada Canal, preventing these materials from reaching the ocean.

In addition to the cleanup initiative, Hikka Tranz by Cinnamon also organized a mangrove planting program on the same day. Over 20 mangrove plants were planted along the banks of Mawakada Canal, reinforcing the Resort’s commitment to fostering a healthier coastal ecosystem, in Hikkaduwa. Mangrove plants are a crucial part of the wetland ecosystem, renowned for their ability to provide habitats for aquatic life and protect coastlines from erosion, making this a vital step in restoring ecological balance in the area.