-By Political Correspondent
(Lanka-e-News -19.Jan.2025, 11.30 PM) In the latest chapter of Sri Lanka’s never-ending political drama, we’ve stumbled upon two fascinating characters who might just be the embodiment of bureaucratic chaos: Prasanna Ginige and Mangala Dayaratna. Allegedly operating as shadowy "political catchers" from the Mahinda Rajapaksa era, these two seem to have turned administrative sabotage into a professional sport. Forget public service—these officials appear to be playing for Team Disruption, and their antics are giving the current NPP government under President Anura Kumara Dissanayake a serious headache.
Let’s unpack the bizarre (and comedic) world of these two master bureaucrats, who, instead of filing papers, seem to be filing obstacles.
If there’s one thing Sri Lanka doesn’t lack, it’s colorful bureaucratic characters. Enter Prasanna Ginige, a man whose career path is so intertwined with corruption scandals that one might mistake him for a walking exposé. Once a loyal crony of Gamini Senarath, Mahinda Rajapaksa’s infamous secretary, Ginige reportedly used his position in the Department of Export-Import Control to build a side hustle—unofficially called "The Business of Bias."
Legend has it that Ginige was so good at dodging disciplinary cases that even his wife, serving as SAS (Disciplinary) at the Public Service Commission (PSC), lent a helping hand. Together, they formed what some might call the ultimate "power couple," sweeping corruption cases under rugs faster than you can say "accountability."
And then there’s Mangala Dayaratna, whose claim to fame seems to be securing promotions not based on merit, but on sheer political backing. Mangala rose to become the PSC Secretary despite being junior and less experienced than the vastly more competent L.A. Kalukapuarachchi. Why? Because in Sri Lankan politics, it’s not about what you know, but who you know (or whose back you’re scratching).
Now, under President Anura Kumara’s NPP government—known for its bold promises to reform Sri Lankan society—Ginige and Dayaratna appear to have reinvented themselves as the "Masters of Mismanagement." According to insider whispers, these two are spearheading a Civil Administrative Cult, an informal network of like-minded saboteurs within the government who are dead set on derailing the NPP’s reform agenda.
Their strategy? Delay, confuse, and obstruct. From dragging their feet on policy implementation to making biased decisions that conveniently favor opposition-linked individuals, their modus operandi seems to be death by a thousand bureaucratic paper cuts.
1. The Export-Import Debacle
When Ginige was at the Department of Export-Import Control, there were whispers (read: loud accusations) of shady deals and corrupt practices. Disciplinary action? What’s that? Thanks to his wife’s strategic position in the PSC, Ginige managed to dodge accountability with the grace of a bureaucratic ballerina.
2. Election Shenanigans
During the last election, Ginige reportedly bent administrative rules like a circus contortionist to favor politicians linked to the opposition. Neutrality? Never heard of her.
3. PSC Secretary Fiasco
The most glaring example of bureaucratic favoritism came when Mangala Dayaratna was appointed PSC Secretary over the highly qualified L.A. Kalukapuarachchi. This decision left everyone scratching their heads and Kalukapuarachchi wondering if he should’ve joined a political party instead of studying so hard.
Prasanna Ginige and Mangala Dayaratna aren’t just minor annoyances; they represent a much bigger problem. Their actions threaten to undermine the public’s trust in the NPP government at a time when Sri Lankans are desperate for change. By delaying reforms, sabotaging policies, and creating administrative roadblocks, they’re effectively slowing down the government’s progress.
And let’s not forget the optics: when people see these two holding key positions despite their track records, it sends a message that incompetence and corruption are still alive and well in Sri Lanka’s bureaucracy.
Exposing Ginige and Dayaratna isn’t just about holding two individuals accountable—it’s about sending a clear message that the NPP government is serious about cleaning up the system. If President Anura Kumara wants to maintain public trust, he needs to address these saboteurs head-on.
Here’s how:
1. Launch a Proper Investigation
The disciplinary case against Ginige from his days in the Department of Export-Import Control is still an open wound. It’s time to revisit that file and let the chips fall where they may—even if it means implicating high-profile figures like Gamini Senarath.
2. Reevaluate Mangala Dayaratna’s Appointment
If the PSC Secretary position was awarded based on merit, Kalukapuarachchi would be sitting in that chair right now. A transparent review of Dayaratna’s appointment could restore faith in the system.
3. Root Out the Civil Administrative Cult
The alleged network of bureaucratic saboteurs needs to be dismantled. This requires a full-scale audit of administrative decisions made under suspicious circumstances.
On a lighter note, the antics of Ginige and Dayaratna would make for an excellent comedy sketch. Picture this: two bureaucrats huddled in a dimly lit office, plotting how to delay a government project by "losing" important documents in a pile of unrelated paperwork. Their catchphrase? "Why solve problems today when we can postpone them indefinitely?"
And let’s not forget the PSC Secretary saga—a tale of political favoritism so blatant it could make a Bollywood movie look subtle. Mangala Dayaratna’s rise to power might as well come with a theme song: "With a Little Help from My Friends."
In the end, Prasanna Ginige and Mangala Dayaratna are just symptoms of a much larger disease plaguing Sri Lanka’s bureaucracy: a culture of corruption, favoritism, and resistance to change. If the NPP government wants to succeed, it must show the public that no one—not even seasoned saboteurs—are above the law.
Until then, Sri Lankans can only watch this tragicomedy unfold, popcorn in hand, as Ginige and Dayaratna continue their antics. Let’s just hope the next act involves some well-deserved accountability.
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