Sri Lanka, Oct. 23 -- The Ministry of Finance decided to close 34 state institutions as part of a measure to reduce unnecessary financial burdens in the public sector, according to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

This statement was made while attending the annual general meeting of the Government Surveyors' Association held in Battaramulla.

Although the public service is essential for the country, the financial burden incurred to provide services to the public is very high, the President pointed out.

Due to this situation, the government decided to close certain state institutions and merge several other institutions together.

The Ministry of Finance already took decisions regarding the closure of 34 institutions, and a special co...