### SC Notices Ex-President Gotabaya Over Aragalaya Compensation Scrutiny 📈

The Supreme Court directed that notices be issued to several high-profile respondents, including former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, regarding a Fundamental Rights (FR) petition. The legal challenge seeks a transparent audit of compensation paid for property damage during the 9 May 2022 violence. • Legal Scrutiny: The petition, filed by Dr. Ravindranath Dabare, calls for an investigation into the distribution of public funds to ensure payments were made fairly and without political bias. • Financials & Scope: Based on parliamentary disclosures from February 2025, a total of Rs. 1.22 billion was distributed among 43 individuals, including several politicians. • Key Allegations: The petitioner contends that some former MPs used political influence to secure compensation amounts that significantly exceeded standard legal limits. • Key Respondents: Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa Former Defence Secretary Gen. (Retd.) Kamal Gunaratne Former Public Security Minister Tiran Alles General (Retd.) Shavendra Silva • Timeline: The case has been fixed for further consideration on 8 May 2026 to allow for the serving of notices to all parties.