Court Postpones Trial of Ex-Minister Prasanna Ranatunga to 2027

The Colombo Magistrate's Court has postponed the trial of former Minister Prasanna Ranatunga, accused of corruption, to January 2027. The case, concerning an alleged financial loss related to insurance coverage for government employees during Ranatunga's tenure, will be revisited when the investigation's progress is reported.

Key facts

• The case against former Minister Prasanna Ranatunga has been adjourned until January 26, 2027.
• The complaint involves an alleged financial loss to the government related to insurance coverage for employees of four institutions.
• Prasanna Ranatunga appeared in court while currently out on bail.
• The Magistrate directed the CIABOC to update the court on the investigation's progress.

Sources

• Ada Derana