A decision has been taken to ensure that examinations are conducted as scheduled, according to the Cabinet Sub-Committee appointed to ensure the orderly functioning of the public service.

The second meeting of the said Sub-Committee was held on Tuesday (24) at the Presidential Secretariat, under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. Discussions were held on immediate measures required to ensure the uninterrupted delivery of Government services to the public and to address challenges faced by public servants. 

Attention was also focused on maintaining the continuous operation of services under the Ministries of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government; Health; Education; and Justice. Accordingly, it was decided to ensure that essential medicines are supplied to hospitals without disruption. Challenges in passenger transport services and the railway system, as well as future measures, were also discussed. 

Focus was further placed on steps to be taken regarding the transportation of essential goods. In addition, attention was given to introducing digital service systems to facilitate remote work and enhance the efficiency of existing services. It was also noted that these activities would be supervised under the Digital Economy Ministry. Instructions were further issued to review current energy management practices across all Ministries and Departments and to take steps to implement necessary policy changes.