Toppling govt. will remain a mere dream: President

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President Maithripala Sirisena said yesterday the dreams to topple the government would remain as mere dreams, and that there would be no room to change the present administration.

“Someone is trying to topple the government. We will not let anyone change the government illegally or by violating the Constitution. A government change is only possible with the people’s majority in 2020,” the President said.

He said regardless of the political party elected, it was the responsibility of everyone who loved the country to allow the government perform its duties in a peaceful manner.

“There will be no room to work for power, greed and political benefits again,” the President further stressed.

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Comments - 18

kanchi Friday, 06 January 2017 10:11 AM

This kind of a boasting was made by someone several years ago.

S. Fernando Monday, 09 January 2017 06:15 PM

Even Dreams come true; So better be careful and deliver the goods promised to your voters from your 'yahapalanaya' govt. before they get discouraged with the present govt also like they did with MR and gave you the power.

Silla Sunday, 08 January 2017 03:58 PM

It was SF that commanded the troops

ceylon Friday, 06 January 2017 01:23 PM

others try because you are a failer. via DM Android App

panduka Friday, 06 January 2017 01:05 PM

What is the mighty hurry MR? wait till 2020 then go for election and fulfill your dream government was elected for five years people can wait till 2020 MR in 2020 you loose for the 3rd time

kumaran Friday, 06 January 2017 12:37 PM

Just DO your job. Then you dont need to go around trying to give these "re-assurances", which are more for your comfort. Many of us worked for you and voted for you but we are all disappointed. If the voters get really fed-up, then words will not be enough.

Senewi Friday, 06 January 2017 12:13 PM

While you are looking at MR ,Ranil will undermine you and grab your powers.Be careful!

ruwan Friday, 06 January 2017 11:10 AM

There is nothing called yahapalana....what happened to Investigation about Uma oya... via DM Android App

Malik Friday, 06 January 2017 10:48 AM

Corrupt elements threaten the Head of States, share holders and also general public in order to get personal benefit again. I appreciate the Presidents guts to firmly outline that their is no room for ruin the country once again.

Premalal Friday, 06 January 2017 07:18 AM

Don't be so sure sir. At the first sign of trouble most.of those who are with you will dump you..It has been proven time after time. See what would happen if your party get routed at the LG election?

Saman Friday, 06 January 2017 10:06 AM

With things you have achieved and the development you have carried out over the period you were at the helm, remaining in power for the rest of the time may also be a dream!

Nihal Amarasekera Friday, 06 January 2017 09:43 AM

"Allow the government perform its duties in a peaceful manner" while they go on the rampage like a bull in a China Shop?

RanjitS Friday, 06 January 2017 09:27 AM

Mr. President please don't overestimate your position. The greedy JO may buy some MPs from your side with the commissions they got during their term.

finally Friday, 06 January 2017 09:15 AM

Finally the president speaks up. yes the constitution wont allow it. People who wants to topple the government is doing so because of the need for power and corruption. via DM Android App

Leo Friday, 06 January 2017 09:10 AM

I guess the only dream is corruption king coming back to power. That would actually be a nightmare. via DM Android App

suresh Friday, 06 January 2017 08:24 AM

People thought toppling the previous regime was a dream too. Dont underestimate the power of the people. We voted for you, and we can vote against you too

BuffaloaCitizen Friday, 06 January 2017 08:00 AM

No body can topple the government if the government is humble and governs with proper principles. In such case, those who want to topple the government need to also topple the people of this nation.

Thanos Friday, 06 January 2017 07:25 AM

Careful. Do not underestimate MR's resourcefulness. Prabhakaran said that capturing Kilinochchi was a day dream in late 2008. Look how that turned out!

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