CIABOC 2025 Progress Report: 154 Arrests and Rs. 2.8M Recovered ⚖️

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has released its 2025 review, highlighting intensified enforcement across public administration and law enforcement sectors. • Enforcement & Arrests: A total of 154 suspects were arrested in 2025. This includes 84 arrests from 130 raids (68 successful) and 70 additional arrests via separate investigations. • Legal Action: CIABOC filed 115 cases involving 153 accused persons. • 75 cases for bribery. • 21 cases for corruption. • 14 cases for unexplained wealth. • 5 cases for money laundering. • Sector Breakdown: The highest frequency of arrests and prosecutions occurred within the Sri Lanka Police, followed by Divisional Secretariats and Pradeshiya Sabhas. Activity was also noted in transport, revenue institutions, and State-owned enterprises (SOEs). The education sector saw limited involvement, with 3 arrests/prosecutions of school principals. • Financial Outcomes: Total monetary recoveries reached Rs. 2.839 million, comprising: • Rs. 1.6 million in fines. • Rs. 1.056 million in penalties. • Confiscated funds and compensation totaling approx. Rs. 183,000. • Judicial Status: 36 cases resulted in the conviction of 42 persons. As of year-end 2025, 305 cases remain pending, primarily within the High Courts (288 cases). _Data based on CIABOC 2025 Progress Review._