Ekanayake Udaya Kumara Ekanayake vs. Mahinda Balasooriya and others – 556/2010-2017

In the case between Ekanayake Udaya Kumara Ekanayake (“Sriyani”) and the Inspector General of Police and others, the court addressed the issue of whether the petitioner’s fundamental rights under Articles 12(1) and 14(1)(g) of the Constitution were violated by his demobilization and the striking of his name from the Police Reserve Service, allegedly without a fresh inquiry. It was held that the failure to conduct a fresh inquiry before removal violated the principles of Natural Justice. The court reaffirmed the principle that procedural fairness must be ensured prior to adverse administrative action affecting employment rights, drawing on constitutional provisions and relevant administrative regulations. This decision underscored the necessity of adherence to due process in employment deci