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MP Dilith Jayaweera accuses govt of misusing state power against ...
The leader of ‘Sarvajana Balaya’, Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera, stated that the “theatrical politics” of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has no future and alleged that the current administration has become one of the most corrupt governments within a short period of time. He made these remarks while addressing the Sarvajana Balaya May Day rally held today (01) at the Henry Pedris Ground. MP Jayaweera stated that human capital is the greatest asset contributing to a country’s development and that a strong entrepreneurial state is built by working people. However, he said this year’s May Day was being commemorated in a tragic atmosphere and alleged that no previous government had used state power against the working class in such a manner. Speaking further, he referred to the recent death of a Treasury official and alleged that the incident occurred amid claims that hackers had stolen millions of dollars. “Sri Lanka is marking this May Day in a tragic environment. A Treasury official has died amid allegations that hackers stole millions of dollars, and the official who disclosed information regarding the incident died under suspicious circumstances,” he claimed. He further alleged that the government had continuously acted against working people since assuming office. “From the day this government came to power until this recent death, it has consistently targeted working people. No other government has used state power against the working class in this manner,” he said. Referring to trade union issues, MP Jayaweera alleged that employees of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) had been warned against engaging in trade union action. He also claimed that the current administration had undermined the principles of the traditional leftist movement in Sri Lanka. “The leftist movement has historically represented the ordinary people of this country. Those involved in trade union struggles did not act for personal gain. However, this government has destroyed those ideals,” he said. MP Jayaweera stated that Sarvajana Balaya aims to introduce a new political movement and pledged to unite people regardless of race, religion, or caste. Commenting further on the government, he alleged that President Dissanayake’s political approach lacked credibility and criticised the handling of the Batalanda report debate in Parliament. “There is no future for Anura Kumara’s theatrical politics. The Batalanda report was brought to Parliament and debated, but t...
May Day rallies underway islandwide, Colombo at centre as special ...
Meanwhile, Sri Lanka Police have implemented special security arrangements and traffic plans centered in Colombo and other cities to ensure public safety during the May Day parades and rallies, as large crowds are expected to participate in the events. Disclaimer: All the comments will be moderated by the AD editorial.
International Workers' Day marked across Sri Lanka
The Sarvajana Balaya party will stage its rally at the Henry Pedris Grounds in Colombo 05 under the theme - 'Diyunu Sri Lankawak Wenuwen May Hamuwa (May meeting for a developed Sri Lanka), led by Dilith Jayaweera.
