Cabinet Approves Permanent Appointment of Iraj Chaminda Pathiraja as Immigration and Emigration Controller General

The Sri Lankan Cabinet has granted approval for the permanent appointment of Iraj Waminda Pathiraja as the Controller General of Immigration and Emigration. This decision was reached during a Cabinet meeting held on May 19, 2025. Mr. Pathiraja, a Special Grade Officer of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service, had previously been acting in the full-time capacity for the position. The Cabinet's endorsement followed a proposal put forth by the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, confirming his permanent role in this key administrative position.