Danasekara Mudiyanselage Upali Abeywickrama v. National Lotteries Board et al. – CA WRIT 09/2017-2017

The case between Danasekara Mudiyanselage Upali Abeywickrama and the National Lotteries Board (and its members) addressed the issue of the validity and procedural propriety of disciplinary actions taken under the Board’s Disciplinary Code, including the cessation of half-salary payments during proceedings. It was held that the disciplinary measures, including the issuance of charges and the suspension of salary, were implemented in accordance with established procedures and section 6(10) of the Disciplinary Code. The principle reaffirmed is that courts will not interfere with disciplinary decisions of statutory bodies when due process is observed. Reliance was placed on the Board’s internal disciplinary framework, underscoring that judicial interference is unwarranted in the absence of pro