Sri Lanka, Aug. 11 -- The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the permanent appointment of H. C. P. Jayaweera as Director General of the Department of National Botanic Gardens.

Jayaweera, a Grade I officer of the Sri Lanka Scientific Service, was initially appointed to the post on a full-time acting basis following Cabinet approval at its meeting held on December 30, 2024.

She has continued to serve in the position since then and was promoted to the Special Grade of the Sri Lanka Scientific Service by the Public Service Commission, with effect from January 31, 2026.

Accordingly, Cabinet approved a proposal submitted by the Minister of Environment to appoint Jayaweera as Director General of the Department of National Botanic Gardens on a ...