Palinda Sri Kelum Wijesiriwardena vs Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka – 350/2013-2014

In the case between Palinda Sri Kelum Wijesiriwardena (petitioner) and Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka with 47 others (respondents), the court addressed the withdrawal of a writ application initiated by the petitioner. The court determined that, upon application by counsel for the petitioner, leave was granted for the withdrawal of the case, resulting in dismissal of the application without costs to either party. The holding reaffirmed the principle that a party to a writ application may, with court permission, withdraw such proceedings, and the court retains discretion on costs. The decision was predicated on procedural fairness and case management, emphasizing judicial discretion regarding withdrawal requests.

Anil Goonerathne J. — It was determined that, on the motion of counsel