title: Chief of National Intelligence
text: # Chief of National Intelligence
  
  The Chief of National Intelligence (CNI) is the Sri Lankan government official in-charge of directing and overseeing the intelligence agencies in Sri Lanka. Created in 2006, reporting to the Permanent Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, CNI is a member of the National Security Council of Sri Lanka, coordinating the work of intelligence agencies in the country.
  
  ## Chief of National Intelligence (2006–present)
  
  * Major General Kapila Hendawitharana
  * Sisira Mendis (retired DIG)
  * Major General Jeewaka Ruwan Kulatunga
  * Major General Jagath Alwis
  