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Discussion to Streamline the NHRDC Activities.
Mr. Thusitha P. Wanigasinghe as the New Chairman of NHRDC
Mr. Thusitha P. Wanigasinghe has been appointed as the new Chairman of the NHRDC, following the announcement by Hon. Dinesh Gunawardena, Prime Minister and Minister of Public Administration, Home Affairs, Provincial Councils, and Local Government. He officially assumed his duties on January 2, 2023. Mr. Wanigasinghe, a retired Special Grade officer of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service (SLAS), brings a wealth of experience, having served as the former Chief Secretary of the Eastern Province and District Secretary in multiple districts.
Expressing gratitude to the Hon. Prime Minister for the opportunity to contribute to the country's advancement, Mr. Wanigasinghe considers it a privilege to take on this role during challenging times. In his capacity as the Chairman of NHRDC, he aims to continue steering the organization towards making a substantial impact on the development of the country's human resources. Leveraging his extensive experience in the public sector and strong leadership skills, he looks forward to collaborating closely with all stakeholders to ensure NHRDC plays a pivotal role in cultivating exceptional individuals, contributing to the growth of a prosperous nation.
Refining the Draft BIMSTEC HRD Implementation Plan
As part of the ongoing efforts to refine the draft HRD implementation plan for BIMSTEC, the NHRDC, serving as the focal point, conducted an additional round of discussions with senior officials from the Development and Innovation Sector of the Ministry of Education on 4th November 2024 at Sethsiripaya (Stage II). The meeting was co-chaired by Mr. K.R. Uduwawala, Additional Secretary (Development and Innovation), and Mr. Thusitha P. Wanigasinghe. Attendees included Dr. (Mrs.) Uthpala Alahakoon (Director - Development and Innovation), Mrs. G.S. Kannangara (Director – International Relations), and Mrs. Sasika Panditharathne (Director of Education – HRD) from the Ministry of Education, with the aim of further refining the plan.
Hon.Dr. Harini Amarasuriya
Minister
Ministry of Justice, Public Administration, Home Affairs, Provincial Councils, Local Government and Labour
Mr. S. Alokabandara
Secretary
Ministry of Justice, Public Administration, Home Affairs, Provincial Councils, Local Government and Labour
Mr. Thusitha P.Wanigasingha
Chairman
NHRDC
Vision
“A Great Workforce. A Great Nation”
Mission
To promote, facilitate, and develop effective policies on Human Resources Development, aligned with the Government national policy framework and persuade key stakeholders to implement, for building a globally competitive Nation with human dignity.
Responsibilities
Employment, Training, Education, Utilization of Science and Technology, upliftment of living standards, planning social security for under-privileged groups and submitting recommendations to The Minister of plans and programs of Human Resources Development in keeping with the national policy.
The National Human Resources Development Council of Sri Lanka is an institution established to perform an important role of work under the Ministry of Justice, Public Administration, Home Affairs, Provincial Councils, Local Government and Labour.
It takes responsibilities for work such as assisting to implement the policies pertaining to Human Resources Development and by giving priority in all the activities of Human Resources Development under the powers vested upon the said institute.
