IUSF Vacates Malwana Property After PM Agrees Transfer to UGC

The Inter-University Students' Federation (IUSF) has vacated the Malwana property on May 18th, concluding their five-day occupation. This follows discussions held earlier on the same day with Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, who agreed to transfer the land and house, currently under the Dombpe Divisional Secretariat, to the University Grants Commission (UGC) for integration into the university system.

Following discussions on May 18th at the Prime Minister's office, the Inter-University Students' Federation (IUSF) has agreed to vacate the Malwana property. The Prime Minister (identified as Harini Amarasuriya in some reports) agreed to hand over the land and house, currently under the Dombpe Divisional Secretariat, to the University Grants Commission (UGC). IUSF convener Sasindu Perera confirmed the decision, stating they would withdraw after the agreement to expedite the transfer to the UGC.

The Inter-University Students' Federation (IUSF) protest at the Malwana property has continued into its third consecutive day (May 16th) and is now entering its fourth day (May 17th). The property, initially linked to former Minister Basil Rajapaksa, is now reported to be under the Ministry of Justice. The IUSF has stated they will only vacate the premises if they receive a specific promise from authorities. The occupation has also drawn opposition from various societal groups.