H.K.W.K.Hitibandara et al. v. Director General, Department of Census and Statistics et al. – SC FR/591/2012-2022

In the case between Senior Statisticians of the Department of Census and Statistics (Petitioners) and the Director General of the Department, Public Service Commission members, Secretary of Ministry of Finance and Planning, Attorney General, and the Statistician’s Association (Respondents), the court addressed the alleged violation of fundamental rights under Article 12(1) of the Constitution arising from delays and perceived irregularities in appointments as Senior Statisticians. The dispute centered on the adoption and implementation of a new Scheme of Recruitment and Promotion, which the Petitioners asserted adversely affected their seniority and career prospects. Upon review, it was held that the Petitioners’ application was filed beyond the mandatory one-month period stipulated by Art