උසස් අධ්‍යාපන හා මහා මාර්ග අමාත්‍යාංශය

Established in 2015, the Ministry of Higher Education and Highways of Sri Lanka is a government ministry responsible for the development and regulation of the higher education sector and the maintenance and development of the country's highways network.

The Higher Education Division of the ministry is responsible for the planning, policy formulation and regulation of the higher education sector in Sri Lanka. It is responsible for the development of policies and strategies to improve the quality of higher education, ensure that it is accessible to all and to promote research and innovation. The division also oversees the funding and management of higher education institutions in the country, including universities, technical and vocational education institutions and other higher education institutions.

The ministry is also responsible for the development and maintenance of the country's highways network, which plays an important role in facilitating transportation and connectivity within the country. The Highways Division of the ministry is responsible for planning, constructing and maintaining the highways network in Sri Lanka. It also manages and regulates the use of the highways network and develops policies and strategies to improve its safety and efficiency.

The Ministry of Higher Education and Highways of Sri Lanka plays a crucial role in promoting the country's economic and social development. Higher education is essential for building a skilled and educated workforce that can contribute to the country's economic growth and competitiveness. The highways network is also critical for the development of the country's infrastructure and its connectivity with regional and global markets.