Politics · Sri Lanka Bureau
President extends coal inquiry commission's mandate until December 2026
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has granted a two-month extension to the Special Presidential Commission of Inquiry investigating irregularities in coal imports and power generation. The extended deadline is now set for December 16, 2026.
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The President's decision to extend the Commission's term was formalized through a Gazette notification, pushing the original October 16 deadline forward by 60 days. The investigation examines alleged irregularities surrounding coal imports and operations related to coal-fired electricity generation in Sri Lanka.
The Special Presidential Commission of Inquiry was established to probe matters of significant public interest regarding the coal sector. The extension grants investigators additional time to complete their examination and compile findings on the alleged irregularities under review.
This marks the second timeline adjustment for the Commission since its inception, underscoring the complexity and scope of the investigation. Officials have not publicly disclosed specific reasons for the extension or the current status of inquiries being conducted.