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Suwa Seriya name change —Nissanka Malla 2.0
Daily FT
|October 22, 2025
THE Government has clandestinely changed the name of Sri Lanka’s highly acclaimed pre-hospital, emergency ambulance service from Suwa Seriya to Sri Lanka Emergency Medical Service.
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The recent newspaper advertisement published by the organisation which called applications for its CEO post has omitted the word Suwa Seriya and instead used the new name.
The controversial move reminds of the stories associated with King Nissanka Malla who ruled the country from 1187 to 1196 during the Polonnaruwa era. The famous ruler is recalled by the history for taking credit for the initiatives that were launched by his predecessors. Changing the name of an organisation usually becomes necessary when the reputation of an institution has suffered an irreparable damage due to a grievous misconduct or pathetic performance. Ironically, none of that is related to Suwa Seriya, as it has been internationally acknowledged for its impressive delivery, effectiveness, and speed of response.
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