Investigations into misplacement of Rs. 5 mn within CBSL underway – State Minister
November 28, 2023 12:41 pm
State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe has revealed that several investigations are currently underway into the alleged misplacement of Rs. 5 million within the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).
Speaking in Parliament this morning (28 Nov.), Semasinghe revealed that the CBSL has initiated an internal investigation into the matter, while the Sri Lanka Police and the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) too, are investigating the matter.
The State Minister made these remarks in response to a question raised by MP Niroshan Perera in the House today.
He further assured that upon completion of the relevant investigations, a full report on the matter will be disclosed, along with those responsible for it.
Semasinghe also revealed that the discussions pertaining to the expedition of the relevant investigation have already taken place between the Governor of the Central Bank and the Inspector General of Police (IGP).
