Prime Minister and Minister of Education Dr. Harini Amarasuriya yesterday (09) assured Parliament that no student of the Gampaha Wickramarachchi University of Indigenous Medicine will face injustice as the government moves to resolve ongoing issues at the institution.
Responding to a question from MP Ramanathan Archchuna, the Prime Minister confirmed that a committee appointed to investigate the matter has submitted two key recommendations - either to affiliate existing courses with other universities or to continue operating the university independently with enhanced resources.
“Discussions are ongoing to select the most appropriate path forward. Whatever the decision, it will be implemented in a way that protects every student’s right to complete their education without disruption,” Dr. Amarasuriya told Parliament.
She emphasized that existing course specializations would not be changed, and where programs are unique to the university, further consultations will be held to ensure academic and professional viability.
The government is also addressing broader challenges. Consultations have been held to revise curricula for programs under the Faculty of Indigenous Health Sciences & Technology, particularly in Indigenous Medicinal Resources and Indigenous Pharmaceutical Technology. Similar reviews are planned for other faculties.
Efforts are underway to link degree programs with employment opportunities, including curriculum changes for programs lacking clear job pathways.
Infrastructure upgrades are also planned, including relocating the Nugegoda-based faculty to a more suitable facility in Gampaha.
New admissions to three faculties — Indigenous Health Sciences & Technology, Indigenous Social Sciences & Management, and Graduate Studies — have been temporarily suspended, following instructions from the University Grants Commission.
The Prime Minister also added that investigations into alleged irregularities in academic staff recruitment are ongoing and that legal action will be pursued where appropriate.
(lankaleader.lk)
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