New Board of Directors appointed to National Film Corporation and Sri Lanka Foundation Institute

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Buddha Sasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs, National Integration, Social Security and Mass Media Minister Vijitha Herath emphasised the need for the National Film Corporation (NFC) to adapt to contemporary times, compete with private entities, and progress accordingly.

He made these remarks during a meeting held yesterday at the Ministry of Mass Media Auditorium, appointing the Boards of Directors for the National Film Corporation and the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute.

The minister revealed the previous concerns about favouritism in film releases in the past, and urged the new board of Directors to ensure fair practices in this regard.

He also noted that representatives from all communities — Sinhalese, Tamils, and Muslims — were appointed back in 2004/2005, and Tamil cinema has yet to establish and develop itself as a viable industry in Sri Lanka in the future.

Commenting on the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute, the minister stated that the current officials should make decisions that address past shortcomings.

Director Board of the National Film Corporation

President: Prince Senadeera

Other members:

Sunil Wijesiriwardena

M.D. Mahindapala

W.G Tithira Wickmal

Thisarangani Perera

M.S.K.J. Bandara

B.N. Dhamminda Kumara

Y.I.D. Gunawardena

Director Board of the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute

President: S.M. Saman Samarakoon

Other members:

Prof. K.S Wanniarachchi

Dr. A.M.S. Atapattu

D.S.K.S. Jayalath

M.K. Prasanga Chathuranga

P.W.D. Thisarangani Perera

G.H.Y. Manjula Sirisoma

Jaichandramuurthi Rajeewan

Dr. M.K.D. Pasquel

I.G. Sulakkana Kumari

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