Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2024
Employee protest over unpaid salaries
Employees walked out over unpaid salaries and accumulated debt, highlighting continuing concerns about the corporation's financial management.
2022
Protesters interrupt broadcasting operations
During Sri Lanka's 2022 political protests, demonstrators entered the headquarters and demanded changes to the broadcast schedule. Operations were temporarily halted.
2007
Political confrontation at Rupavahini
Minister Mervyn Silva and bodyguards reportedly entered the broadcaster's premises and attacked the news director, after which employees confronted the minister.