February 27, Colombo (LNW): The Attorney General has informed the Supreme Court that a total of Rs. 245 million has been disbursed as compensation to the victims of the tragic Easter Sunday terror attacks.
This payment follows an order issued in relation to the Fundamental Rights petitions filed by the victims, which highlighted the failure of authorities to take preventative action prior to the attacks.
The update was presented during a hearing of 12 petitions concerning the disbursement of compensation to those affected by the attacks.
The petitions were brought before the Supreme Court for scrutiny, with the intention of ensuring that the payment process was carried out in accordance with the court’s previous instructions.
The case was heard by a three-judge bench consisting of Chief Justice Murdu Fernando, Justice S. Thurairajah, and Justice A.H.M.D. Nawaz.
The Supreme Court’s involvement in these matters has underscored the importance of ensuring justice for the victims, as well as the need for accountability and transparency in the compensation process.
