Ex-Minister Akila Viraj Kariyawasam has been taken into custody by the Bribery Commission, according to reports from Ada Derana.
The Bribery Commission has arrested former minister Akila Viraj Kariyawasam, marking a significant development in an ongoing corruption investigation. The arrest comes as part of the commission's efforts to probe allegations of misconduct during his tenure in ministerial office.
Details regarding the specific charges and circumstances surrounding the arrest remain limited at this stage. The investigation into the matter is understood to be continuing, with authorities examining evidence related to the allegations.
This arrest is one of several high-profile cases being pursued by anti-corruption authorities in Sri Lanka as the country continues efforts to address governance and accountability issues in the public sector.
