The Chief Opposition Whip, Gayantha Karunathilaka yesterday (6) requested in Parliament for the Chairpersonship of the Special Committee, proposed to be appointed to investigate the lack of preparedness for Cyclone Ditwah, be assigned to the Opposition.

In addition to the Chairpersonship, Karunathilaka called for a revision of the Committee’s overall composition. 

He highlighted that a formal written request, signed by several Parliamentarians, was submitted to the Speaker on 18 December of last year (2025).

Responding to the request, the Speaker stated the process regarding the formation and structure of the Committee is currently underway.