Sajith Pledges Support for Grade 6 Education Reforms 📈
• Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa confirmed the Opposition will back proposed Grade 6 education reforms, provided they are implemented effectively and professionally within the current year. • He criticized the government's decision to postpone the revised curriculum, stating it has adversely affected hundreds of thousands of students and parents who were anticipating the update. • The Opposition Leader rejected claims that his party was responsible for the suspension, attributing the halt to the current administration under President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. • Key demands for support include: • Engaging with experienced education sector professionals. • Removing inappropriate content from the curriculum. • Initiating a formal dialogue with the Opposition to ensure progressive implementation. • The statement emphasizes the need for informed decision-making to protect the future of the human capital and the education system.