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Communist Party calls for interim administration
The Communist Party of Sri Lanka (CPSL) has said that all parties must come together to form an all-party interim government, under a new Prime Minister, that will win the confidence of the people and resolve some of the most pressing issues facing the country in a short period of time, and go to the polls.
“The objectives of forming an interim government should be; ensuring adequate and continuous supply of agricultural and industrial raw materials, including medicines, essential foods, petroleum, gas, electricity, fertilisers, enhancing and re-enacting the 19th Amendment would reduce the powers of the President, establish independent commissions and increase the powers of Parliament,” CPSL General Secretary, Dr. G Weerasinghe said.
He added that Sri Lanka is facing the worst economic, political and social crisis in its history, since 1948. The programme, based on the neo-liberal policies that have been in place in the country, since 1978, has plunged the country into a deep crisis, Weerasinghe said.
“It is clear that the very poor management that followed the current President and government after coming to power further aggravated the situation. It has inherited more than $ 50,000 million in debt so far, and it is clear that the loans thus invested have been ineffective. In this situation the country has been pushed towards a deficit of dollars as well as a deficit of rupees. Trillions of rupees are being printed to cover the rupee deficit, and the dollar deficit has pushed the country into fuel, gas, food, medicine and electricity shortages,” he said.
CPSL General Secretary said that at present, the shortage of essential commodities for life has led to a complete collapse of the life of the people in the country, pushing the people across the country to rise. In particular, the slogan ‘Gota Go Home’ has become the most powerful slogan emerging through the ongoing ‘Galle Face’ campaigns.
“Meanwhile, the Communist Party of Sri Lanka (CPSL) has drawn attention to the situation that has arisen across the country, following the May 9 attack on unarmed, peaceful protesters at the Galle Face by supporters of former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and his allies. Looting and destruction of public and private property are reported across the country. The majority of the people in the country are terrified and shocked by these incidents. Therefore, the Communist Party of Sri Lanka appeals to all parties concerned to end the attacks, looting and arson that are taking place throughout the country and to establish a peaceful environment,” he said.
Weerasinghe said that after ensuring the supply of essential commodities, the people must be given the opportunity, as soon as possible, to elect a government of their choice.
“The specific proposals mentioned above will not only address the serious issues facing the lives of the people, but will also address the demands that have arisen in the expanding campaign,” he said.
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Law will be enforced against all those who acquire assets illegally- State Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe
State Minister of Industries and Entrepreneurship, Chathuranga Abeysinghe, while addressing a public gathering held at the Raffles Hotel in Kotte on Tuesday [April 22] said that the law will be enforced against all those who acquire assets illegally.
He said that , if someone joins a municipal council receiving a modest salary and, within two to three years, builds a luxury house and acquires a vehicle, we will question how such wealth was amassed. If a satisfactory explanation cannot be provided, the law will be enforced and the measures will be taken to confiscate any illegally acquired assets.
The opposition frequently levels accusations against us, but we have not engaged in any wrongdoing. We have not misappropriated public funds, used undue influence to secure school admissions for our children, or interfered with law enforcement. We are dedicated to serving the people by upholding an ethical and responsible political culture.
If you wish to develop your community, I respectfully urge you to elect individuals of integrity who will not misuse public funds.
[Prime Minister’s Media Division]
It has been reported that prison officials and the police have brought the unrest among the 500 plus inmates of the Matara prison which commenced on Tuesday [22] under control by this morning (23)
It has been reported that the inmates had broken out of their wards after which the officials were compelled to fire in the air and use tear gas to bring the situation under control.
The inmates are being temporarily transferred to the Angunkolapelessa prison in groups to enable authorities to repair the the damage caused to the wards and cells within the premises.
The prison officials who were injured during the conflict are receiving treatment at the Matara hospital. 
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Local government authorities and Municipal Councils are the nursery of corrupt politics. – Prime Minister
The Prime Minister stated that the President has challenged all ministers to transparently and efficiently spend the funds allocated to each ministry through the national budget for the benefit of the people, and that the local governments and municipal councils have historically been the nursery grounds of corrupt politics.
The Prime Minister made these remarks while addressing a public gathering held at the Raffles Hotel in Kotte on Tuesday [April 22].
The Prime Minister further stated:
“All 159 of us in Parliament today did not enter through family or financial influence. We are ordinary citizens just like you and individuals who stand among you. Unlike in the past, our members do not behave disruptively in Parliament. When school children visit, there is no need for the Speaker to request their removal that our parliamentary members conduct themselves with dignity, adherence to the law, and political maturity.
This is the kind of Parliament we have always aspired to have. Today, it is you who has made this transformation possible. For a long time, we have not experienced the advantages of an efficient and properly functioning local government. You now have the opportunity to elect representatives who are truly committed to serving you and improving your local institutions.
The event was attended by Arosh Athapaththu, Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte Municipal Council candidate representing the National People’s Power, along with several other candidates and a large number of local residents.
[Prime Minister’s Media Division]
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