Published on: July 31, 2025

Discussion with Heads of Institutions on the National Anti-Corruption Action Plan

A discussion with the heads of the National Steering Committee appointed to monitor the implementation of the National Anti-Corruption Action Plan 2025-2029 and the relevant state and private sector institutions responsible for this initiative was held yesterday (30) at the Presidential Secretariat, under the patronage of Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake.

The National Anti-Corruption Action Plan, launched on April 9, 2025, under the theme “Towards a country of Integrity”, is an initiative based on the vision of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. It is scheduled to be implemented over a five-year period from 2025 onwards.

During the meeting, the Secretary to the President emphasized that the heads of all institutions tasked with responsibilities pertaining to the activities outlined in the National Anti-Corruption Action Plan must develop an action plan to meet their assigned duties. Furthermore, the National Steering Committee is expected to periodically assess the progress of these action plans.

The National Steering Committee comprises representatives from both the public and private sectors. The Steering Committee is chaired by the Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake while Ranga Dissanayake, Director General of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption, serves as its Vice Chairman and Convener.

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