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Energy Minister and Secretary Resign for Coal Inquiry

4/17/2026

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Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody and Ministry Secretary Professor Udayanga Hemapala resigned on April 17 to back an investigation into coal imports and electricity generation.
They submitted their resignations to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who established a Special Presidential Commission of Inquiry into irregularities dating back to 2009.
Jayakody emphasized impartiality and said he will accept the findings.
The officials aim for the inquiry to proceed without hindrance.

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Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody and Ministry Secretary Professor Udayanga Hemapala resigned on April 17 to back an investigation into coal imports and electricity generation.
They submitted their resignations to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who established a Special Presidential Commission of Inquiry into irregularities dating back to 2009.
Jayakody emphasized impartiality and said he will accept the findings.
The officials aim for the inquiry to proceed without hindrance.