Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) to Resume Operations Next Week

 The minister made this statement during the adjournment debate on the government’s Clean Sri Lanka initiative, which aims to tackle corruption and financial crimes.

Minister Wijepala assured lawmakers that the government remains committed to thoroughly investigating and prosecuting financial crimes that have been overlooked or left unresolved in the past.

 He revealed that the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) currently holds 29,000 unresolved files related to financial misconduct, which will now be reassigned to the reactivated FCID for further investigation.

The FCID, a specialized unit within the police force, will be tasked with handling high-profile financial crime cases to ensure accountability and justice for the people of Sri Lanka. The minister’s announcement highlights the government's renewed efforts to root out corruption and strengthen the country’s financial integrity.

This move is seen as part of a broader push to enhance transparency, governance, and the rule of law in Sri Lanka, sending a strong message to those involved in financial misconduct that they will face consequences.

The reactivation of the FCID is expected to play a crucial role in addressing long-standing issues related to financial crimes and corruption, reinforcing the government’s commitment to building a cleaner and more transparent society.