Sri Lanka, Feb. 24 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized that special attention will be given to the higher education of children with special needs under the supervision of the Ministry of Education.

She made this statement during a meeting held in Parliament on February 22 with representatives from various institutions advocating for the disabled community to discuss strategies for enhancing educational opportunities for individuals with special needs.

During the meeting, the representatives presented a comprehensive proposal developed in line with local and international standards. The proposal addressed several key areas, including strengthening the rights of people with special needs, improving the quality of educatio...