Medical bodies oppose proposed 22nd Constitutional Amendment

The Government Medical Officers' Association (GMOA) and the Sri Lanka Dental Surgeons' Association have joined opposition to the proposed 22nd Amendment, signalling growing professional sector resistance to the constitutional reform initiative.

Both organisations have communicated their rejection through formal statements, citing concerns that warrant closer examination by lawmakers and the public. The medical bodies' position reflects broader unease within healthcare professions regarding the amendment's scope and potential consequences for the sector.

The proposed amendment has become a focal point of debate since its introduction, with various stakeholder groups scrutinising its provisions. The opposition from established professional associations carries particular weight given the medical sector's standing in national discourse and their direct responsibility for public health.

The GMOA and Dental Surgeons' Association have not been alone in their concerns, with several civil society organisations and political groups also expressing reservations about the constitutional proposal. Their formal rejection adds to mounting pressure on the government to engage in wider consultation before proceeding with the amendment process.

The debate surrounding the 22nd Amendment continues to evolve as more sectors and organisations articulate their positions, with the medical profession's unified stance likely to influence broader public and parliamentary discussion on the matter.