The Sri Lankan Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to recruit 2,003 individuals to fill existing vacancies within the public sector, as recommended by a special committee tasked with reviewing the recruitment process and staff management.
The decision follows the submission of the second report by the officer’s committee, chaired by the Secretary to the Prime Minister, which identified 4,987 vacancies across 11 ministries and 5 provincial councils. After careful evaluation, the committee recommended the immediate recruitment of 2,003 personnel to address critical staffing needs.
The proposal, submitted by the Honorable Prime Minister, was met with approval by the Cabinet, signaling a move to strengthen the public sector’s capacity and efficiency. The recruitment drive is expected to alleviate staffing shortages and ensure the smooth functioning of essential services.
This decision marks a significant step in the government’s efforts to streamline public sector recruitment and optimize staff management. Further details regarding the recruitment process and specific positions will be released by the relevant ministries and provincial councils in due course.
Key Points:
- Cabinet approval for the recruitment of 2,003 public sector employees.
- Vacancies exist across 11 ministries and 5 provincial councils, totaling 4,987.
- The decision is based on recommendations from a committee chaired by the Secretary to the Prime Minister.
- The recruitment aims to address staffing shortages and improve public sector efficiency.
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