A former high-ranking minister from the previous regime faces imminent arrest for allegedly misappropriating over Rs. 5 billion in public funds. Investigations by Sri Lanka’s anti-corruption body reveal a string of serious allegations involving bribery, fraudulent project funding, and illegal job placements.
A former minister of the previous government is likely to be arrested soon in connection with a major corruption case involving the misappropriation of more than Rs. 5 billion, according to the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).
CIABOC sources confirmed that statements have already been recorded from several senior officials attached to the relevant ministry as part of the ongoing probe.
The former minister is accused of multiple acts of financial misconduct. These include embezzling government funds under the guise of development projects, illegally collecting large sums from businessmen in exchange for job quotas, and accepting bribes for granting special privileges to professionals through the ministry.
The investigation, triggered by a series of complaints, has uncovered serious irregularities in the handling of ministry operations and its financial allocations during the minister’s tenure.
Authorities have reportedly gathered sufficient evidence to proceed with legal action, and an arrest is expected to take place within the coming days.
The allegations have reignited public concern over corruption at the highest levels of government and raised questions about political accountability and institutional oversight.
Officials say the case is being treated as a priority due to its magnitude and the damage caused to public trust.
