News Today: Keheliya Rambukwella substandard vaccine case to be heard by a top court bench.

In a major legal development, former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella will face trial before a permanent three-judge High Court bench, following a request by the Attorney General over the controversial procurement of substandard immunoglobulin vaccines.

The Attorney General has officially submitted a written request to Chief Justice Murdu Fernando to ensure the case is heard under the provisions of the Judicature (Amendment) Act No. 9 of 2018. The seriousness of the case, both in financial loss to the state and public health risks, has warranted the involvement of a permanent High Court bench for a fair and comprehensive trial.

The Keheliya Rambukwella substandard vaccine case News Today highlights allegations of misuse of state resources and violations under the Public Property Act, connected to the importation of non-compliant human immunoglobulin vaccines. The substandard nature of the vaccines has reportedly endangered public health while also leading to significant losses from public funds.

Alongside Rambukwella, several other officials are expected to face charges. The scandal continues to generate public outrage and legal scrutiny. Meanwhile, a related case is ongoing at the Maligakanda Magistrate’s Court, where the accused were initially remanded and later granted bail.

The decision to elevate the matter to a permanent High Court bench signifies the high-profile nature of the trial and its potential impact on Sri Lanka’s political and healthcare landscape.