Colombo, Oct. 24 -- The Teachers and Principals Trade Union Alliance has strongly opposed the government's decision to extend school hours by 30 minutes under the proposed education reforms set to take effect in 2026.

Addressing a press conference in Colombo today (24), union representatives warned that if the authorities fail to revise the decision before November 7, they will launch a one-day strike at the start of the upcoming school term.

Union leaders argued that the decision was made without proper consultation with educators and that the extended hours would place an additional burden on both teachers and students.

They urged the Education Ministry to reconsider the move and engage in discussions with stakeholders, warning that ...