K. A. D. T. Kulawansa vs. University of Moratuwa and Others – CA WRIT/111/2022-2022

In the case between K. A. D. T. Kulawansa (Petitioner) and the University of Moratuwa and others (Respondents), the court addressed the issue of whether the termination of the Petitioner’s employment was justified due to her failure to submit proof of completion of an Induction Training Course during her probationary period and whether the University followed mandated procedures for confirmation and termination. It was held that the termination order was procedurally and substantively flawed, as the University did not conduct a formal review or follow proper processes in assessing the Petitioner’s probation and confirming her employment. The principle reaffirmed was that compliance with statutory and contractual procedures is essential before terminating a probationary employee in an acade