NIE Deputy Director General sent on compulsory leave
Darshana Samaraweera, Deputy Director General of the National Institute of Education (NIE), has been placed on compulsory leave amid concerns linked to the controversial Grade 6 English module. The report originates from AdaDerana RSS and is dated January 19, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117329