Sri Lanka, Dec. 23 -- The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) today expressed its deep concern regarding the prolonged failure to appoint a permanent Auditor General following the retirement of the former Auditor General in April 2025.

In a letter addressed to the President, the association said that this crucial office has remained vacant for a period exceeding ten months.

The Office of Auditor General, established under Article 153(1) of the Constitution, is of paramount importance for the functioning of all State Institutions and other entities as provided in Article 154 of the Constitution.

The absence of a permanent Auditor General has serious implications for the effective functioning of the National Audit Office and for the acco...