Govt. to Overhaul State Institution Leadership 📈

Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has announced an upcoming reshuffle of top positions across several state-owned enterprises (SOEs) and statutory bodies. The move is part of a broader government effort to streamline administration and enhance institutional efficiency. • Overall Strategy: The government is currently finalizing names for new appointments to replace several existing chairpersons and heads of boards of directors. • Key Sectors Affected: While specific institutions have not yet been named, the reshuffle is expected to impact major entities within public utilities, transport, and finance. • Reasoning for Changes: • Requests for transfers from officials for personal or professional reasons. • Strategic decisions to appoint leadership deemed more beneficial for current policy goals. • Transition toward "professionalism" and "meritocracy" to reduce historical political patronage in SOEs. • Implementation Status: Based on provisional data, discussions are ongoing. Specific names and institutions involved are expected to be announced in the coming days.