In a landmark decision, Sri Lanka’s Constitutional Council has approved Supreme Court Justice Preethi Padman Surasena as the 49th Chief Justice, following President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s nomination—marking a pivotal moment for the nation’s judiciary.
The Constitutional Council has officially approved the appointment of Supreme Court Judge Preethi Padman Surasena as the new Chief Justice of Sri Lanka, following a nomination by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
With this approval, Justice Surasena becomes the 49th Chief Justice in Sri Lanka’s judicial history, taking over the helm of the Supreme Court at a time when judicial independence and rule of law are under intense public scrutiny.
Justice Surasena’s elevation to the position follows a notable career in the judiciary, with many legal experts expecting him to bring a new direction and tone to the country’s top court.
