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 Responsibility – Director’s Accountability under Sri Lanka’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)” on January 30 in Colombo. The session delivered a powerful message: data protection is no longer an operational issue — it is a boardroom responsibility. His address underscored the role of leadership in establishing governance structures that treat data protection as a strategic priority. Participants noted the urgency for boards to implement structured data protection management programmes and strengthen internal governance models.

Source: Sunday Times February 22, 2026 10:34 UTC