Dr. Anura Karunathilake was officially sworn in as Sri Lanka's new Minister of Energy on April 20, 2026, before President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat. He assumes this role in addition to his existing portfolios as Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation. Karunathilake replaces Kumara Jayakody, who resigned from the position earlier this week to facilitate a transparent investigation into the coal procurement process. Government sources indicate that this appointment is part of broader cabinet adjustments expected in the coming days.
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Anura Karunathilake Appointed New Energy Minister
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Dr. Anura Karunathilake sworn in as new Energy Minister on April 20.
He also holds Ports and Civil Aviation portfolios; a dual role.
Replaces Kumara Jayakody, who resigned over corruption allegations.
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