Govt Plans to Reallocate Former President's Residence to CID as Privileges Face Overhaul - LNW Lanka News Web

Govt. considers handing over Mahinda Rajapaksa's residence to CID

According to media reports, the government of Sri Lanka is considering handing over the official residence on Wijerama Road, Colombo, currently occupied by former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). The proposal was discussed at a recent meeting of senior government officials and is part of a broader plan to withdraw the special privileges granted to former Presidents. A Bill to repeal the Presidents’ Ent…

Govt Plans to Reallocate Former President's Residence to CID as Privileges Face Overhaul - LNW Lanka News Web

September 04, Colombo (LNW): The government is reportedly exploring the possibility of transferring a state-owned residence on Wijerama Mawatha, Colombo, currently occupied by former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) as part of a broader review of privileges afforded to ex-heads of state.Discussions surrounding the reallocation of the high-profile property are said to have taken place during a recent mee…