U.W. Seneriratne vs. Mahinda Balasooriya, et al. – SC F.R. NO. 396/2010-2016

In the case between U.W. Seneriratne and Mahinda Balasooriya (Inspector General of Police) with other state officials, the court examined allegations concerning the disciplinary treatment of a police officer following his acquittal of bribery charges. It was held that significant procedural irregularities—such as delayed charges, suppression of exoneratory evidence, and deviations from the Establishments Code—had taken place during the disciplinary inquiry. This conduct violated the petitioner’s fundamental rights under Article 12(1) of the Constitution through unjust denial of back wages, promotions, and entitlements. The decision reaffirmed the constitutional principle of equality before the law and the necessity of adherence to due process in disciplinary proceedings. Reliance was place