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Govt. to launch ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ program tomorrow

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2 weeks ago

December 31, 2024

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The Ministry of Public Administration, Home Affairs, Provincial Councils, and Local Government has informed that an official ceremony should be held at all government institutions tomorrow (Dec. 01), marking the beginning of the New Year.

In this regard, it has been reported that the Secretary of the Ministry, S. Alokabandara, has issued a circular informing the Secretaries of Ministries, Provincial Chief Secretaries, Heads of Departments, and Heads of State Corporations and statutory bodies in this regard.

The circular states that the New Year’s work should commence with the launch of the “Clean Sri Lanka” national program.

The ceremonial launch of the “Clean Sri Lanka” program is scheduled to take place tomorrow at the Presidential Secretariat with the participation of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake jointly implemented by both the public and private sector sectors.

The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils, and Local Government has informed that the heads of all government institutions should commence their official duties at the same time as the launch at the Presidential Secretariat, with the entire public service workforce participating.

Arrangements have been made to broadcast the national launch of the “Clean Sri Lanka” program on all state-owned and private TV channels, while the staff of all government institutions are to be provided the facilities to watch it.

Additionally, the Ministry has emphasized that all public servants should join the live broadcast to take part in reading the “Clean Sri Lanka” pledge.

Accordingly, the Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has further informed through its circular that all government employees should join live to read the “Clean Sri Lanka” pledge.

(adaderana.lk)

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Ministry to restore idle government vehicles

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7 minutes ago

January 17, 2025

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The Ministry of Public Administration, Home Affairs, Provincial Councils, and Local Government has announced plans to repair unused government vehicles currently stored in warehouses.

Minister Professor Chandana Abeyratne revealed that numerous vehicles belonging to various departments are idle and in poor condition. However, some of these vehicles can be repaired and reintroduced into service to address the shortage of functional vehicles that has been impacting government institutions.

The ministry plans to identify repairable vehicles, carry out necessary maintenance, and return them to operational use. Additionally, a special investigation will be conducted to ensure that government vehicles assigned to ministries and provincial councils are being utilized effectively and responsibly.

Source – News1st

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Writ petition against Mannar Wind Power Project fixed for May 23

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40 minutes ago

January 17, 2025

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A writ petition seeking an order to prevent authorities from issuing any permits or approvals for carrying out the wind power plant project on Mannar Island was yesterday fixed for May 23 by the Court of Appeal.

The petition was filed by the President of the Sri Lanka Green Organization, Sanka Chandima Abhayawardena. Counsel appearing on behalf of the Attorney General informed Court that several important applications related to the matter are scheduled to be called before the Supreme Court in March.

The Attorney General’s Department further stated that the Government has not yet made a final decision regarding the project. Taking these facts into consideration, Court of Appeal Judge S. U. B. Karalliyadde scheduled the petition for May 23.

The Petitioner stated that the Cabinet of Ministers of previous regime, has purportedly decided to award the Construction and operation of the Mannar Wind Power Project (Phase-II) in the Mannar Island to Adani Green Energy Sri Lanka Limited (AGESL), as a Build, Own and Operate (BOO) project for a period of 25 years.

(DailyNews)

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SJB appoints committee for talks on working together with UNP

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10 hours ago

January 16, 2025

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The Working Committee of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has approved a proposal for discussions to work together with the United National Party (UNP).

Accordingly, a five-member committee, headed by SJB General Secretary – Ranjith Madduma Bandara, has been appointed for the discussions.