⚡ New Energy Minister Appointed Amid Procurement Shake-up

Following the resignation of Kumara Jayakody, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Anura Karunathilaka as the new Minister of Energy. This leadership change comes in response to allegations surrounding a coal procurement scam. • New Appointment: Anura Karunathilaka was sworn in at the Presidential Secretariat yesterday, assuming his new duties immediately. • Dual Portfolio: In addition to the Energy sector, Karunathilaka will maintain his current role as the Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation. • Context: The transition follows a period of scrutiny over transparency in the power & energy sector, specifically regarding fuel and coal supply chains critical to national stability. _Note: Appointment effective as of April 20, 2026._