The Technology Professionals of Sri Lanka (TPSL) have spoken out in support of former Sri Lanka Telecom (SLT) Chairman Rohan Fernando, following his recent removal from his post.

The TPSL alleged that Fernando’s successor, the new Chairman of SLT failed to acknowledge certain important facts during Rohan Fernando’s tenure as Chairman of SLT.According to the TPSL, Rohan Fernando had not drawn a salary during his tenure as the Chairman of Sri Lanka Telecom.

In a statement on Facebook, the TPSL also revealed that the vehicle provided to Rohan Fernando during his tenure at the SLT had followed the proper procurement procedures and was obtained with the approval of the Board.

Upon his election as Chairman, Fernando was provided with an ageing V8 vehicle which was nearly 08 years old and had run nearly 300,000 kilometres. The sale of the V8 generated Rs. 35 million and the outflow for the new vehicle was only Rs. 36 million, the TPSL clarified.

Pointing out that  Fernando was entitled to a car and a spare vehicle, the TPSL stated that he only used one vehicle despite his work requiring extensive travel.