November 07, Colombo (LNW):The dedicated medical unit at the Prime Minister’s Office was officially discontinued on November 5. Prime Minister’s Secretary Pradeep Saputhanthri facilitated the transfer of medical officers, support staff, equipment, medicines, and two ambulances from the unit back to the Health Ministry.
The handover ceremony took place at the Prime Minister’s Office, where Saputhanthri presented the relevant documents and keys to Health Ministry Secretary Dr. Palitha Mahipala. These resources will now be repurposed to support broader public health initiatives, aligning with the government’s commitment to enhancing healthcare services nationwide.