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By Saman Indrajith
There would be more social upheavals if the government did not solve the problems peopel were facing, the main Opposition the SJB, told Parliament on Tuesday.
Chief Opposition Whip Kandy District SJB MP Lakshman Kiriella
said it was difficult to predict when and where the next violent uprising would take place. “Some say that the Aragalaya is over. It is not so. The causes of the agitation and public unrest are not addressed. In the meantime, prices of essential items are soaring.
Colombo District SJB MP Mujibur Rahuman said:
We are sitting on a simmering volcano. There would be violence if the government does not address the people’s problems urgently. Foreign media reports say, citing survey findings, that there has been a 30 percent increase of female sex workers in recent months in this country. The economy has collapsed. People no longer can afford the prices of essential items. A recent survey at a Children Hospital in Colombo has revealed that malnutrition among children is increasing. There are terrible times ahead of us. The government should listen to people without playing games to stay in power. The President must resign.
Gampaha District SJB MP Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka:
The people are convinced that this Parliament cannot find solutions to their problems. “More than half of the MPs are undesirables. They have a criminal history. Some of them still are engaged in anti-social and criminal activities. It is my estimate that only around 15 percent of MPs have a vision and capacity to be fit for an MP. In the new Cabinet there are persons who use narcotics from dawn to dusk and some who spend nights prostitutes. People know that a Cabinet with such persons accused of corruption and debauchery could not solve their problems. Eighty percent of the population of this country live on 20 percent of national income. People know that, too. They also know that they would not benefit from these debates or what we speak here. These speeches would not help dull pangs of hunger. We must understand this situation.
“Some people are claiming that the Galle Face Aragalaya is over. The decrease in numbers does not mean it is over. I have all my best wishes and I extend my fullest support to those agitators. We all are experiencing various shortages but I call on people to give whatever assistance to that struggle of which victory will ensure people’s rights.’
Police urge motorists who intend to use the Ella – Wellawaya Road to use alternative roads as there is a severe vehicle congestion due to inclement weather condition.
The oil anointing ceremony for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year was held on April 16 at the historic Rajamaha Viharaya in Kolonnawa, with the participation of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.
Following the chanting of pirith, the oil anointing ritual was carried out at the auspicious time of 9:04 a.m., by the Chief Incumbent of the temple, Venerable Kolonnawa Dhammika Thero.
Speaking after the ceremony the Prime Minister said that:
“The Sinhala and Tamil New Year is one of the most important festivities in our country. It is a celebration with our families, reflecting our traditions and customs while strengthening the ties.
This festival leads the path for renewing unity, love, and bonds stronger. These values enrich a country. Development of a country is not limited by one-dimensional; a true development includes spirituality, relationships, and connections. The reason why we uphold these customs in such ceremonies is to remind ourselves of the significance and to pass on their value to future generations.
Therefore, today marks a significant day. Throughout this week, we came together and engaged in various activities. Followed by, the next event will mark the leaving for employment at the auspicious time and we should start working collectively to rebuild the country.
I wish everyone a New Year that is prosperous, peaceful, joyful, full of strengthened relationships, and most importantly, safe for all.”
The ceremony was graced by the presence of the Maha Sangha, and attended by the Deputy Minister of Youth Affairs Eranga Gunasekara, Divisional Secretary to Kolonnawa Priyanath Perera, Municipal Secretary Nelum Kumari Gamage, and the residents of the area.
[Prime Minister’s Media Division]
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Heat Index at ‘Caution Level’ at some places in Northern, North-central, North-western, Western, Southern and Eastern provinces and in Rathnapura and Monaragala districts today [16]
Warm Weather Advisory Issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre of the Department of Meteorology for 16 April 2025
The Heat index, the temperature felt on human body is likely to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in Northern, North-central, North-western, Western, Southern and Eastern provinces and in Rathnapura and Monaragala districts.
The Heat Index Forecast is calculated by using relative humidity and maximum temperature and this is the condition that is felt on your body. This is not the forecast of maximum temperature. It is generated by the Department of Meteorology for the next day period and prepared by using global numerical weather prediction model data.
Effect of the heat index on human body is mentioned in the table below and it is prepared on the advice of the Ministry of Health and Indigenous Medical Services.
ACTION REQUIRED
Job sites: Stay hydrated and takes breaks in the shade as often as possible.
Indoors: Check up on the elderly and the sick.
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Outdoors: Limit strenuous outdoor activities, find shade and stay hydrated. Dress: Wear lightweight and white or light-colored clothing.
Note:
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