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Minister Lal Kantha criticizes sections of media for undermining ...
Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock K.D. Lal Kantha accused certain media institutions of impeding national progress by highlighting shortcomings in government programs, warning that such practices create problematic situations. He made the remark while speaking as the chief guest at the launch of the digitalization program for Sri Lanka’s seed system at the Plant and Genetic Resources Centre in Gannoruwa. “We have now digitized the country’s seed system. From today, anyone can obtain anything related to seeds through this digital technology. But in this country, certain media will definitely go to a field tomorrow, catch a farmer, hold out a microphone and ask what digital means. They will ask whether we understand these things, whether we have smartphones, whether we have internet, and whether we understand this. They will ask only two farmers and publish it in the media. That is what keeps happening. Now we say that fertilizer is available for the Yala season. These media will show that too, go to the farmers and take statements from them saying they did not receive fertilizer. That is the situation. Nothing positive is allowed to be done. They drag things backwards. Overcoming all this, to take agriculture to the highest level, we will definitely use modern technology and digital communication,” he said. Minister Lal Kantha stressed that despite such challenges, modern technology and digital communication would be used to elevate agriculture to the highest level. (Newswire) 2026-05-13
Mayor Bensouda Accuses Information Minister of Undermining Ministry's ...
By Fatou Sillah The mayor of Kanifing Municipal Council and co-founder of the Unite Movement for Change, Talib Ahmed Bensouda, has accused the Minister of Information, Media and Broadcasting Services, Dr. Ismaila Ceesay, of eroding public confidence in the ministry through what he described as persistent partisan attacks on government critics. Speaking in an interview with Kerr Fatou, Mayor Bensouda responded to remarks by Dr. Ceesay suggesting that he had abandoned municipal responsibilities for political engagement. He rejected the claim and instead questioned the minister’s conduct in office, arguing that it reflects a failure to distinguish between official duties and party politics. “He doesn’t understand his role. A Minister of Information is not the spokesperson of the National People’s Party. You provide information about government activities, but going on the radio every day to single out individuals reduces the standing of the ministry. We have a lot of work to do to restore its prestige,” Bensouda said. You Might Also Like He further stressed that the Ministry of Information is a critical national institution whose credibility, in his view, must be safeguarded. “The Ministry of Information is very important. When the minister speaks, people should believe him. But right now, every time he speaks, people question it. He is steadily losing public trust in this country,” he added. Mayor Bensouda also criticized the minister for what he described as a focus on political disputes at a time when citizens are grappling with rising living costs, including fuel and transport fare increases. “As Minister of Information, in the context of a global economic crisis and record increases in transport and fuel prices in The Gambia, the focus should be on addressing those challenges and supporting efforts to ease the burden on citizens, rather than engaging in disputes with a municipal mayor or political movements,” he said. Defending his own record in office, Bensouda maintained that his accountability lies primarily with the electorate of the Kanifing Municipal Council. “I am elected into office, not appointed. I report to the people of KMC, and as long as I am delivering and they are satisfied, that is what matters,” he stated.
No fertilizer shortage for Yala Season - Minister Lal Kantha
Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, K. D. Lal Kantha, has confirmed that there will be no shortage of fertilizer for any crops during the ongoing Yala season.
Bihar Minister's Remarks on Girls' Education Spark Political Storm A ...
The comments have triggered sharp reactions from opposition parties and social media users, with critics accusing the minister of promoting regressive views on ...
