COLOMBO — Dr. Palitha Rajapaksa of the Badulla Teaching Hospital has been summoned before the Public Service Commission for a disciplinary inquiry. The inquiry is related to a statement he made regarding the drug shortage that occurred recently.
When contacted, Dr. Rajapaksa confirmed that he is currently at the Public Service Commission, following a summons from the Ministry of Health.
The article notes that Dr. Rajapaksa was also praised for his selfless dedication during the recent horrific bus accident on the Ella-Wellawaya main road, where he risked his own safety to save the lives of those injured. (NewsCenter)