Presidential Secretariat notes that on several occasions fraudsters had attempted to use the President’s name, forged signature and forged letterheads to manipulate Ministries, Departments, State Corporations, and Statutory Boards for personal gain.
It has come to light that these fraudsters personally visit personnel in charge of government offices and public institutes and attempt to influence officers claiming that they were acting under the President’s instructions, pointed out the Presidential Secretariat issuing a statement.
President Gotabaya Rajapaksa categorically states that during his tenure he has prioritized establishing swift execution of government duties.
President Rajapaksa further expects the authorities to adhere to the rules and regulations in carrying out their duties and the government to meet the requirements of the public.
Hence, the Presidential Secretariat informs the general public to bring to the notice of the Director General (Administration) of the Secretariat, any attempt to use the name of the President for their personal benefit.
Director General (Administration) of the Secretariat Major General (Rtd.) K.B. Egodawele can be contacted via the telephone numbers 0112-354 479 and 0112-354 354.
