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The Minister of Science and Technology, Professor Chrishantha Abeysena, along with the Secretary, Y.L. Mohamed Nawawi, and key officials from the Ministry, conducted an official visit today to the Industrial Technology Institute (ITI), the National Research Council (NRC), and the Planetarium.
The visit aimed to evaluate the institutions' accomplishments, explore their strategic plans for the upcoming years, and understand the challenges they are currently facing.
Discussions during the visit highlighted the vital role these institutions play in driving Sri Lanka's scientific and technological advancements. The Minister emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to addressing the obstacles identified and fostering an environment of innovation and development.
This initiative is part of the Ministry’s broader efforts to strengthen collaboration with key research and development institutions to accelerate national progress.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Mr. Y.L. Mohamed Nawawi as the Secretary to the Ministry of Science and Technology.
The appointment, formally handed over at the Presidential Secretariat by Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, marks a strategic step toward advancing technological innovation in Sri Lanka.
Mr. Nawawi is expected to play a pivotal role in driving the government’s ambitious development agenda, focusing on harnessing science and technology for national progress.
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The Government of Sri Lanka has appointed Professor Chrishantha Abeysena as the new Minister of Science and Technology.
Professor Abeysena, a distinguished academic from the University of Kelaniya with 28 years of service, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. His career highlights include serving as the Director of the Post Graduate Institute of Indigenous Medicine (2021–2024) and Deputy Director of the Post Graduate Institute of Medicine, University of Colombo (2013–2014).
With an extensive educational background, Professor Abeysena holds advanced degrees in Community Medicine, Buddhist Studies, International Relations, and Statistics. He is expected to spearhead initiatives to advance Sri Lanka's scientific and technological capabilities.
At the National Science Day event on November 27, 2024, Professor Gomika Udugamasooriya delivered a compelling keynote address emphasizing the untapped potential of Sri Lanka’s human and natural resources.
He highlighted the urgent need to reverse the country’s brain drain and invest in research and development (R&D). Professor Udugamasooriya also announced the proposed establishment of the National Institute for Research and Development (NIRD), aimed at integrating efforts across ministries and institutes to maximize the economic value of natural resources.
This initiative reflects a long-term vision to transform Sri Lanka into a global leader in innovation and development.
The Minister of Science and Technology, Professor Chrishantha Abeysena, accompanied by Senior Advisor Professor Gomika Udugamasooriya, Secretary Y.L. Mohamed Nawawi, and additional officials, visited the National Engineering Research and Development Centre (NERDC) in Ekala.
The visit showcased several groundbreaking innovations, including electric vehicles, advanced elephant fencing systems, and mechatronics equipment designed to empower local entrepreneurs.
This initiative underscores the Ministry’s commitment to fostering innovation and leveraging cutting-edge technologies to drive economic growth and sustainability in Sri Lanka.
