"Every child should have the opportunity to receive 13 years of education, and every child has the right to access quality education. Prime Minister and Minister of Education Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has stressed that every child in Sri Lanka should have the opportunity to receive 13 years of education. She made these remarks while attending the ceremony held on Sunday (15) to mark the 80th anniversary of Akkaraipattu Muslim National School. It is the responsibility of the Government to provide an education that enables children to achieve their dreams and aspirations.
It is with this commitment that we allocated Rs. 749 billion for education in the 2027 Budget, marking the highest-ever allocation for education in the country’s history. Of this amount, Rs. 562.4 billion has been allocated specifically for school education.At the same time, the world is changing rapidly due to technological advancements.
Technology is having a significant impact on employment opportunities across every sector. Ensuring quality education for our children is a shared responsibility. Let us all join hands to fulfil this responsibility."