Bureau of Rehabilitation
Statutory national authority established under Bureau of Rehabilitation Act No. 02 of 2023 and Act No. 54 of 2007, dedicated to medical treatment, vocational rehabilitation, and island-wide social reintegration.
Confidential Hotline (24/7)
1927Direct, non-punitive medical counselling and certified inpatient admissions.
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+2,470 in 20260
+1,933 in 20260
All 25 Districts Covered0.0%
10,279 Home Follow-upsCore Objectives & Strategic Mandate
Vision
“A Beautiful Life”
Mission
“Building a healthy and productive society through the rehabilitation of drug-dependent citizens.”
Behavioral & Psychological Transformation
Supporting beneficiaries to overcome hazardous drug abuse and facilitating sustainable behavioural change through proven psychological therapies.
Lifestyle & Environmental Renewal
Freeing individuals from hazardous drug dependency by transforming their day-to-day lifestyle patterns and socio-environmental surroundings.
Vocational Skills & Social Reintegration
Imparting certified vocational and technical skills to empower beneficiaries to secure dignified livelihoods and reintegrate as productive members of society.
Family Unit Strengthening & Welfare
Strengthening the core family unit, instilling its vital importance, and uplifting economic, social, and welfare conditions necessary to sustain family stability.
Statutory Functions & Legislative Framework
In accordance with the Bureau of Rehabilitation Act No. 02 of 2023 and the Drug Dependent Persons (Treatment and Rehabilitation) Act No. 54 of 2007, the statutory powers and mandates of the Bureau encompass:
Treatment & Rehabilitation Services
Providing certified inpatient and outpatient treatment and rehabilitation for persons who voluntarily seek it or are mandated by court order.
Employability & Economic Productivity
Minimising socioeconomic marginalisation risks, boosting employability, and channelling rehabilitated human potential into national economic growth.
Human Rights & Policy Advisory
Advising the Minister regarding rehabilitation policies and developmental programmes in strict accordance with core human rights standards.
Reintegration Review & Monitoring
Regularly reviewing, monitoring, and extending sustained post-rehabilitation assistance to individuals successfully reintegrated into the community.
Grants & Resource Acceptance
Accepting monetary or material grants, gifts, or donations under prior written approval of the Department of External Resources.
Fund Governance & Asset Management
Opening and operating bank accounts, managing statutory funds, prudently investing unutilised capital, and acquiring or disposing of real property.
Centre Establishment & Capacity Training
Establishing and operating Specialised Rehabilitation Treatment Centres and conducting institutional training programmes under the directives of NDDCB.
Governance Architecture & Operational Network
3 Centres Operating Under Judicial Orders
Navodawa Treatment Centre
Primary Treatment & Medical Rehabilitation
Navodawa Tertiary & Vocational Literacy Training Centre
Vocational Literacy & Technical Skill Building
Saranga Centre
Specialised Intensive Residential Care
Voluntary Residential Rehabilitation Centre
Navodawa Tertiary & Vocational Literacy Training Centre - Senapura
Cap: 03-Month Inpatient Residential Care for Voluntary Applicants
15 District Coordination Offices (Island-wide)
15 District Coordination Offices spanning all 25 administrative districts island-wide
Centre Capacity & Current Occupancy
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Total Admissions from 2013 to 2026.10.21: 13,408+0
1,074 individuals admitted between Jan 01 and Oct 21, 2026.0 / 1120
601 Available Slots (46.3% Occupied)Capacity vs Current Inmates vs Available Spaces
Side-by-side comparison of capacity limits, resident count, and vacant beds across centres
420 Therapeutic, Mind-Body & Vocational Courses
420 specialised therapeutic and educational programmes have been conducted for physical and mental rehabilitation, alongside 12 accredited technical and vocational training courses.
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Spanning 12 distinct rehabilitation therapies0 Courses
Delivered via Tertiary Training CentreProgramme Volume by Discipline
High volume across Counseling (101), Beyond Rehab (85), Language (74), and Festivals (70)
10,859 Beneficiaries Reintegrated (1,200 in 2026)
From 2013 through Oct 21, 2026, a total of 10,859 court-ordered beneficiaries have been successfully reintegrated. In the 2026 calendar year to date, 1,200 citizens have returned to society.
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2013 to Oct 21, 2026+0
10 Months Trajectory (Avg ~120/mo)July (0)
Highest single month output2026 Monthly Reintegration Trajectory (Jan - Oct)
July recorded the highest reintegration peak with 209 beneficiaries returning home (1,200 total)
Navodawa Tertiary & Vocational Literacy Training Centre - Senapura
Specialized residential treatment facility dedicated to citizens who voluntarily seek rehabilitation without court orders.
03 Months
Residential Inpatient0 Beds
Concurrent Patient Capacity0 Clients
Voluntarily Admitted in 20260 Clients
62.8% Completion Rate2026 Clinical Outcome Share
59 reintegrated, 35 actively receiving residential treatment out of 94 admitted
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Year 2026Voluntary Admission
Guarantees medical and psychological support without fear of legal prosecution or criminal stigma.
3-Month Intensive Course
Structured curriculum encompassing clinical detox, counseling, wellness, and practical trade mastery.
Dignified Reintegration
59 individuals graduated in 2026 with certified skills ready to re-enter family and economic life.
District-by-District Aftercare & Field Tracking
Regular in-person home tracking, surveillance, and family counseling conducted across 15 District Coordination Offices spanning all 26 administrative districts. Select any district below to load its dedicated chart:
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100% Tracking Coverage0
In-Person Home Follow-ups0.0%
Only 580 unreachable nationwideGampaha — Aftercare Vertical Bar Chart
Side-by-side comparison of Reintegrated (Maroon) vs Followed Up (Green)
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Coordinating Office: Gampaha0
Verified In-Person0
Inactive or relocated0.0%
+1.4%968 Programs Reaching 254,555 Citizens Island-wide
School and community-level preventative awareness seminars executed in strategic alliance with the National Dangerous Drugs Control Board. Select any district below to load its dedicated vertical bar chart:
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0 Students Educated0 Seminars
0 Citizens Reached0
Across 968 Total Prevention ProgramsAnuradhapura — Prevention Reach Vertical Bar Chart
Vertical column comparison of Community Participants (Maroon) vs Students (Blue)
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9,415 Students0
33,517 Citizens0
Prevention Sessions0
Public & Student TotalUplifting Reintegrated Livelihoods & Bureau's Active Role in the National Council
Self-Employment Starter Toolkits
Provision of certified professional equipment kits (carpentry, electrical wiring, agriculture, tailoring) to ensure sustainable financial autonomy.
"A Nation United" National Council Leadership
Active policymaking and executive member of the Presidential Operation under national vision: 'A Nation Free of Drugs, A Tomorrow Filled with Joy'.
Inter-Agency Counselor Networking & Multi-Sectoral Training Workshops
7 District-level multi-agency professional workshops conducted across Sri Lanka:
Special Operations Executed Under "A Nation United"
1,484 Operations mobilizing 259,323 participants nationwide across Sri Lanka:
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Across 193 School Sessions0
Across 63 Community Seminars0
Across 78 Street & Rail Campaigns"Ratama Ekata" Operations Analytics
Switch chart mode or select any district to explore nationwide mobilization:
School Students (131.5k) • Community (22.5k) • Poster & Campaigns (17.6k)
259,323
Key National Campaign Milestones
Public Awareness at Colombo Fort Railway Station
Mass commuter engagement drive distributing educational leaflets on drug dangers and confidential hotlines.
Interactive Exhibition Stall at Mattakkuliya Stadium
Live demonstration and counselor interactive kiosk engaging urban youth during community sports tournaments.
International Day Against Drug Abuse Island-wide Operations
Nationwide rally, mass poster campaigns, public pledge ceremonies, and community solidarity marches.
Integrated Community Mobilization Drive in Negombo
Targeted cross-agency outreach addressing vulnerable coastal settlements and fisheries communities.
LKR 87.7M+ Capital Infrastructure Investment
Government capital provisions dedicated to expanding inmate housing capacity, upgrading water & sanitation infrastructure, and commissioning new residential centres:
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7 Major High-Priority Strategic Capital Infrastructure ProjectsCapital Allocation Share
Narangallegama Land (82.3%) • Housing/Hostels (15.0%) • Sanitation (2.7%)
Rs. 87.7M
LKR 87,731,076
