Hydroelectric development in Ceylon

The proposed electrification of the industries of the island of Ceylon, and a partial transformation of the transportation systems from steam to electricity, offer a large opportunity in hydroelectric development today. The proposed scheme, developed by the Public Works Department, has been under consideration for a number of years past. Definite action was delayed because of the war, but it is expected now that arrangements will go forward rapidly for the early initiation of the work proposed. Recently at the request of the Ceylon Government Mr. J. W. Meares, the Electrical Advisor to the Government of India, made extensive investigations of the island's hydroelectric resources. Ceylon newspapers printed the gist of his report in various articles, a few extracts from which follow: