SLID discussion on “Directors’ Accountability” under data protection
View(s):The Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) concluded its high-level executive session titled “Your Data. Your Risk. Your Responsibility – Director’s Accountability under Sri Lanka’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)” on January 30 in Colombo.
It brought together board directors, senior executives, legal professionals, and governance leaders to examine the rapidly evolving landscape of data protection and director liability in Sri Lanka, SLID said in a media release.
The session delivered a powerful message: data protection is no longer an operational issue — it is a boardroom responsibility. With Sri Lanka’s PDPA strengthening enforcement and accountability frameworks, directors now face increasing regulatory, financial, reputational, and personal risks tied to organisational data governance.
The keynote address by Rajeeva Bandaranaike, Chairman of the Data Protection Authority, set the tone by emphasising that privacy must be embedded into corporate strategy and culture. His address underscored the role of leadership in establishing governance structures that treat data protection as a strategic priority.
Expert insights followed from Jayantha Fernando, Senior Legal Counsel – Technology Law and former Chair of the PDPA Drafting Committee, who provided a practical interpretation of compliance obligations, enforcement mechanisms, and emerging global standards. The discussion was further enriched by perspectives from Ms. Ashwini Natesan and Ms. Shenuka Jayalath, who translated legal and regulatory frameworks into real-world organisational applications.
The interactive dialogue highlighted critical themes including regulatory risk, operational resilience, reputational trust, and the personal accountability of directors. Participants noted the urgency for boards to implement structured data protection management programmes and strengthen internal governance models.
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