Keheliya Rambukwella and former health officials face contempt proceedings over unpaid Rs. 275 million
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) has filed an application before the Supreme Court seeking contempt proceedings against former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and several other former health officials.
The petition alleges non-compliance with a court order, specifically regarding an unpaid sum of Rs. 275 million. One source specifies that the Supreme Court had previously ordered Rambukwella to pay Rs. 75 million to the State on March 27.
The action by TISL seeks to address the alleged failure of the former minister and officials to comply with this court order.
Why it scored 6/10: The event involves a former high-ranking government official facing legal action for contempt of court regarding a significant sum of money, indicating notable national news with potential implications for accountability and public funds.
Reported by 3 sources
- Keheliya & 4 former health officials face contempt action over unpaid Rs. 275 million Newswire · 8d ago
- Petition filed against Keheliya Rambukwella and others for alleged contempt of Court Ada Derana · 7d ago
- TISL moves SC over alleged non-compliance with order against Keheliya The Island · 7d ago