CDS Abolition Bill to Be Taken Up in Parliament

CDS Abolition Bill to Be Taken Up in Parliament Today

by Staff Writer 09-09-2026 | 7:42 AM

COLOMBO (News1st);The Bill to abolish the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) position is scheduled to be presented to Parliament today.

The relevant vote is expected to take place at 5:00 PM today.

This post was originally established to coordinate and manage joint operations among the tri-forces.

The decision to abolish the position has been taken due to defence expenditure management and the position no longer being required.

Accordingly, Parliament is scheduled to convene today at 9:30 AM.