Deputy Health Minister Dr. Hansaka Wijemuni has assured the public that there is no shortage of commonly prescribed medicines in government hospitals.

Responding to reports claiming of a current shortage of drugs,  Dr. Wijemuni has issued a statement, clarifying that essential medications for conditions such as high blood pressure and diabetes are available without disruption.

However, he has admitted that certain other drugs have been affected by ongoing supply chain issues.

“These disruptions are not new… they have existed for several years,” he had stated, adding that measures are being taken to completely resolve the issue 2026.

A total of 378 Acting Sub-Postmasters are scheduled to receive permanent appointments tomorrow (June 15), under the patronage of the Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa.

These appointments follow special Cabinet approval to offer permanent, pensionable positions to individuals selected through an interview process.

Sri Lanka Railways says the Colombo Fort – Kankesanthurai Express train will resume daily operations within this month.

It is operating only on weekends at the present.

SLR says that the daily operations will now commence following capacity improvements.