Government focuses on addressing issues faced by Grama Niladhari officers

President’s Senior Advisor on National Security and Chief of Presidential Staff Sagala Ratnayaka, has advised relevant officials to find possible solutions to the issues in the Grama Niladhari Service, ensuring no conflict arises with other public services.

He emphasized the importance of discussing existing issues thoroughly and reaching a common agreement.

This directive was given during a meeting held at the Presidential Secretariat on Tuesday (28), with officials of the Grama Niladhari Trade Union and related line institutions.

There was an extensive discussion regarding the issues related to the Grama Niladhari Service and the issues that have arisen concerning the salary scale.

The Grama Niladhari Trade Union highlighted that numerous issues have arisen concerning the promotions of Grama Niladhari officials and pointed out the need for a revised service agreement to address these problems.

In response, Ratnayaka stated that constructive proposals should be made to the drafted service agreement currently awaiting approval from the Public Service Commission. He also noted the importance of having a formal service agreement for the Grama Niladhari Service, which has been in existence for sixty-one years and plays a crucial role at the rural level.

He also acknowledged the significant contributions of the Grama Niladhari Service to state affairs despite facing various challenges.

Senior Advisor to the President on Economic Affairs, Dr. R.H.S. Samaratunga, along with officials from relevant line agencies and representatives from the Grama Niladhari Trade Union, participated in the discussion.