Он Президентская целевая группа Шри-Ланки по развитию туризма is a high-level initiative aimed at boosting the country’s tourism industry over the next five years. Formed through Extraordinary Gazette No. 2450/27 issued on 20 August, the task force is responsible for overseeing key tourism policies, projects, and partnerships. This collaborative body includes both public and private sector representatives, ensuring a comprehensive approach to the growth and sustainability of Sri Lanka’s tourism sector.
Under the leadership of Vijitha Herath, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism, the task force is set to align various government agencies and stakeholders. The initiative aims to eliminate bureaucratic delays and create a unified strategy for tourism development, ultimately contributing to economic growth, foreign exchange earnings, и employment in Sri Lanka.
This article provides a complete list of the Presidential Task Force members, including their roles and responsibilities, shedding light on the people leading this critical development program.
Presidential Task Force - Members
Sri Lanka Tourism Development Program
Vijitha Herath
Chairman
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism
LeadershipProf. Ruwan Ranasinghe
Vice Chairman
Deputy Minister of Tourism
LeadershipSecretary
Secretary of the Task Force
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism
LeadershipSecretary to the President
Government Official
Public SectorTreasury Secretary
Government Official
Public SectorSecretary – Ministry of Public Administration
Public SectorSecretary – Ministry of Environment
Public SectorSecretary – Ministry of Agriculture
Public SectorSecretary – Ministry of Transport
Public SectorUrban Development Authority Chairman
Public SectorSri Lanka Tourism Development Authority Chairman
Public SectorSri Lanka Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management Chairman
Public SectorDirector-General – Department of Coastal Conservation
Public SectorDirector-General – Department of Wildlife Conservation
Public SectorDirector-General – Department of Irrigation
Public SectorDuminda Hulangamuwa
Country Managing Partner
EY Sri Lanka & Maldives
Private SectorKrishan Balendra
Chairperson-CEO
John Keells Holdings PLC
Private SectorNihal Muhandiram
Vice President
EKHO Hotels & Resorts, Galle Face Hotels Group
Private SectorNalin Jayasundara
Managing Director
Aitken Spence Travels Ltd
Private SectorShiromal Cooray
Chairman & Managing Director
Jetwing Travels (Pvt.) Ltd
Private SectorSuranjith Wevita
National Tour Guide Lecturer
Private SectorResponsibilities of the Sri Lanka Presidential Task Force for Tourism Development
Он Президентская целевая группа Шри-Ланки по развитию туризма has a broad mandate to oversee and guide the implementation of the country's five-year tourism growth strategy. Below are the key responsibilities entrusted to the task force:
- Policy Formulation and Implementation: Developing and executing policies to enhance tourism in Sri Lanka.
- Coordinating Across Ministries: Ensuring alignment of various governmental departments, local authorities, and ministries involved in tourism development.
- Public and Private Sector Collaboration: Engaging stakeholders from both the public and private sectors to drive sustainable tourism growth.
- Overseeing Tourism Projects: Managing and supervising the execution of high-impact tourism projects across the country.
- Ensuring Accountability and Efficiency: Streamlining processes to minimize bureaucratic delays and foster a transparent, results-driven approach.
- Regular Progress Reports: Providing updates directly to the President, ensuring effective oversight and prompt action on challenges.