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Gampaha Magistrate Bandula Gunarathne Transferred to Judges' Institute

Magistrate Bandula Gunarathne has been transferred from the Gampaha Magistrate's Court to the Sri Lanka Judges' Institute. The transfer marks a significant career development for the judicial officer.

LSN Sri Lanka · 11 November 2026

Gampaha Magistrate Bandula Gunarathne has been transferred to take up a position at the Sri Lanka Judges' Institute, a move that reflects his professional advancement within the judiciary.

The transfer, which relocates Gunarathne from his position in the Gampaha district, represents an opportunity for the magistrate to contribute to judicial training and development initiatives at the national level.

The Sri Lanka Judges' Institute serves as the primary institution responsible for the training and professional development of judicial officers across the country. The institute conducts specialized programs aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of members of the judiciary.

Gunarathne's appointment to the institute comes as part of regular personnel movements within Sri Lanka's judicial administration. Such transfers are typically made to optimize the distribution of judicial resources and expertise across the country's court system.