Dr. Galmangoda Guruge Chamal Sanjeewa vs. Hon. Dr. Keheliya Rambukwella et al. – SC FR APPLICATION NO. 371/2022-2022

In the case between Dr. Galmangoda Guruge Chamal Sanjeewa and officials from the Ministry of Health, Public Service Commission, and the Attorney General’s Department, the court addressed the issue of whether the petitioner’s interdiction from public service constituted a violation of fundamental rights under Article 12(1) (equality) and Article 14(1)(g) (freedom to engage in a lawful occupation). The court held that the disciplinary action taken against the petitioner, following his unauthorized public statements based on limited data, was justified under the Establishment Code and did not infringe upon his constitutional rights. Emphasis was placed on the balance between regulating public service conduct and protecting individual rights, with reliance on constitutional provisions and admi