R. M. Rajapaksha et al. vs Sunil Hettiarachchi et al. – CA WRT/0344/2019-2023

In the case between former casual labourers of the Department of Highways (Petitioners) and government officials including the Secretary to the Ministry of Highways and Road Development and the Director General of Pension (Respondents), the issue addressed was whether the Petitioners were entitled to additional relief in the form of pensions or one-time payments following the abolition of the Department, despite having received earlier compensation. The case also examined the legality of subsequent Cabinet decisions and administrative actions, including a notification (P30) and instructions in a letter (P17). It was determined that the relief sought was not justified, reaffirming the principle that administrative actions must conform to the authority granted by statute and Cabinet approval