Chief ministers in Sri Lanka are elected heads of the provincial boards of ministers, bodies which aid and advise the governors, the heads of the provincial government, in the exercise of their executive power. The governor appoints as chief minister a member of the provincial council who, in his opinion, commands the support of a majority of that council. There are nine chief ministerial positions in the country, all nine are currently vacant and under the governor's direct rule.
Appointment A governor may appoint a chief minister, who would be the leader of the political party that commands the majority of the provincial council.
Duties The duties of the chief minister includes; Advising the governor on the appointment of the boards of ministers. Informing the governor of the province of all decisions of the Board of Ministers relating to the administration of the affairs of the province and the proposals for legislation. Furnish information relating to the administration of the affairs and legislation of the province to the governor.
Salary As per the Provincial Councils (Payment of Salaries and Allowances) Act, No. 37 of 1988, the chief minister is entitled to monthly salary and allowances equal of the governor, less than fifty rupees.Provincial Councils (Payment of salaries and allowances) In addition, since all chief ministers are members of provincial council they are entitled to allowances and benefits of provincial councilor.
Incumbent chief ministers
Province Chief ministerPortraitParty Took officeReferencesPast Central Vacant List Eastern Vacant List North Central Vacant List Northern Vacant List North Western Vacant List Sabaragamuwa Vacant List Southern Vacant List Uva Vacant List Western Vacant List
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External links Sri Lanka Provinces from 1988