In response to Daily Mirror story headlined ‘AKD, Harini  clashes over UGC Chairman appointment?’ in yesterday’s edition, the  Prime Minister’s Office sent the following clarification.   

“We wish to express our deep concern over the inaccuracies  presented in this article. The claims made are false, baseless, and  misleading to the public.  

To clarify:  

1. There has been no conflict or disagreement between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya regarding the appointment of the UGC Chairman. 

 
2. The appointment of Senior Professor Kapila Seneviratne  was made with the full consultation and concurrence of the Prime  Minister.  

The dissemination of such misleading information is a  serious issue, as it undermines the integrity of our office and erodes  public trust. The Prime Minister’s Office expects your prompt action to  rectify this error.