Wednesday Oct 21, 2026
Wednesday Oct 21, 2026
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The Cabinet of Ministers has approved revising the existing agreement between the Education Ministry and Sri Lanka Insurance Corporation for continued implementation of the Suraksha Student Insurance Program for the period from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027, with several new benefits added.
The program aims to create the environment necessary for students facing obstacles due to health issues to overcome barriers and continue their education without interruption. Students in Government schools, Government-approved private schools, Pirivenas and assisted special schools are eligible.
Announcing the decision, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa under the revised agreement, students will be able to claim up to Rs. 75,000 for the repair of hearing accessories and related service charges. Those on long-term medication for conditions such as chronic kidney disease and chronic inflammatory arthritis can claim up to Rs. 20,000.
“A further Rs. 20,000 can be claimed for the cost of tests, including malignancy screening for skin cancer, post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorder (PTLD), osteoporosis screening, and screening for Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV,” he said at the weekly post-Cabinet meeting media briefing yesterday.
Dr. Jayatissa said under the critical illness category, "Cancer Treatment" has been revised to "Cancer Treatment and related Testing," with cover extended to PET scans and to major surgeries for hip, shoulder and knee joint replacements required due to sudden accidents.
In addition, a payment of Rs. 100,000 will be made under the accidental category for student deaths caused by sudden accidents during activities organised by institutions under the Education Ministry and conducted under the supervision of educational authorities, such as educational tours, excursions and sports meets, whether within or outside the school.
Pointing out that the extended benefits will greatly help the students, he noted that although the Government allocated Rs. 2,290 million in 2024/25 year only Rs. 1,510 million was utilised, while for the year 2025/26 the allocation was Rs. 2,351 million and only Rs. 1,501 million was used.
The proposal to this effect was submitted by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, in her capacity as Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Minister.
