June 26, Colombo (LNW): Over 50 senior officials have been reassigned to new postings, with changes set to take effect from July 02, 2025.
The extensive reshuffle impacts both the Police Service and the Department of Prisons, and is aimed at improving institutional efficiency and aligning roles with operational needs.
The Police Media Division has confirmed that 32 senior police personnel, among them nine Deputy Inspector Generals (DIGs) and 16 Senior Superintendents of Police (SSPs), have been transferred with immediate effect. These decisions have been sanctioned by the National Police Commission.
Amongst the prominent changes, DIG Nihal Thalduwa, who previously oversaw the Central Crimes Investigation Bureau (CCIB), has been assigned to head the Monaragala District. In a concurrent appointment, DIG J.R. Dias, presently serving as DIG (Staff), will now also assume responsibility for the CCIB, maintaining his current portfolio alongside the new charge.
Two Superintendents of Police and five Assistant Superintendents of Police are also being relocated under the new directives.
Simultaneously, the Department of Prisons has announced the transfer of 16 senior officials, including two Special Grade Superintendents, one Superintendent, eight Assistant Superintendents, and five Acting Superintendents.
These changes have been authorised by the Secretary to the Ministry of Justice and National Integration.
