Chandima Weerakkody Questioned for Six Hours by Bribery Commission

13-Oct-2026

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Former Deputy Speaker and Minister Chandima Weerakkody appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption on Monday, October 12, 2026, and left after providing a statement for approximately six hours.

He had been summoned to the Commission's office to record a statement in connection with a preliminary investigation being conducted by the Commission.

He departed after the questioning was completed.

The Commission has not yet officially disclosed the background to the investigation or the specific allegations, if any, being examined in connection with the questioning.