President Ranil Wickremesinghe has ordered strict legislation to prevent child abuse in Sri Lanka, the President’s Media Division (PMD) reported.
According to the PMD, the President emphasized the urgency of combating child abuse perpetrated by teachers, elders, and various segments of society.
The President highlighted the importance of such measures pointing out the recent incidents of abuse, including the death of a 16-year-old girl and the abuse of 16 children by a tuition teacher, both reported from the Kalutara area.
President Wickremesinghe also called for amendments to be made to existing legislation, underscoring the importance of careful consideration during the process. (NewsWire)
