The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) wishes to reiterate the legal obligation of all state institutions to implement the Commission’s recommendations issued following inquiries conducted under the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka Act, No. 21 of 1996. On 19 June 2025, the Commission issued an official communication to all secretaries to ministries, provincial and chief secretaries, heads of departments, heads of corporations, and statutory boards, reminding them of this obligation.

In accordance with section 15(7) of the Act, the HRCSL has the authority to set a final date by which state institutions must inform the Commission of the steps taken to implement its recommendations. This requirement is legally binding on all public authorities. Furthermore, Public Administration Circular No. 17/2005 issued by the Ministry of Public Administration and Home Affairs also directs public institutions to ensure the implementation of HRCSL recommendations.

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HRCSL Press Notice 02_07_2025

HRCSL Letter on Non Implementation of Recommendations_ English

HRCSL Letter on Non Implementation of Recommendations_ Sinhala

HRCSL Letter on Non Implementation of Recommendations_ Tamil