Minister John Amaratunga was sworn in as the Minister of Lands before President Maithripala Sirisena today, Wednesday, March 02.

The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Presidential Secretariat.

He was appointed to fill the position left vacant after the demise of the former minister of lands M.K.A.D.S Gunawardena. In addition to the portfolio he is also the Minister of Tourism and Christian Affairs.

Leslie Devendra, the General Secretary of Sri Lanka Nidahas Sevaka Sangamaya was appointed Presidential Director General for trade union activities.

The appointment letter was presented by President Maithripala Sirisena.

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