Protecting state property amidst violence, a duty
University system has undergone transformation
President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasised the necessity of preserving law and order in the country, highlighting the crucial steps taken to safeguard state properties, including the Parliament, Prime Minister’s Office, and President’s Office, from violence orchestrated under the guise of a struggle.
Despite criticisms labelling these actions as human rights violations, the President asserted that such measures were imperative for preventing economic instability.
Stressing the importance of maintaining law and order, particularly in the aftermath of challenging times, President Wickremesinghe underscored the collective responsibility of all parties in upholding societal order. These sentiments were expressed during a meeting convened at the Presidential Secretariat, where university lecturers gathered to discuss the nation’s current economic programme. President Wickremesinghe also revealed ongoing government efforts to implement a new education system, with a dedicated committee, chaired by the Prime Minister’s Secretary, tasked with this initiative.
President Ranil Wickremesinghe highlighted the government’s focus on revamping school education by alleviating the burden of examinations and underscored ongoing transformations within the university sector. He announced plans to implement these initiatives under a new parliamentary session following the upcoming elections. Emphasising the need for collective support to ensure the success of these programmes, he outlined the goal of achieving an advanced education system in the country by 2035.
