I wish the national government well: MR

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Former president Mahinda Rajapaksa said yesteday that he wishes well the national government formed by the United National Party and the Sri Lanka Freedom Party.

He said he was laughed at when he spoke about a national government during the war and that he was not going to criticise this national government because he was politically resting now.

Following a prefects’ investiture ceremony held at the Samarasinharama Dhamma school in Thelijjawila, Matara, Mr. Rajapaksa, in answer to a question by a media person as to whether the present government was good for the country, said that it remained be seen.

He said, “I have nowhere to go these days, except temples. I accept invitations from Dhamma schools. The children who come from the distant areas speak of the success of Dhamma schools. A Dhamma school is a good place for producing a disciplined set of people.”

He added that his government began to develop the country as a result of which people could travel to distant places in a few minutes, whereas it had formerly taken hours.

“According to Buddhist doctrine we are able to face victory and defeat in the same manner. Children should be able to face victory and defeat alike. Do not betray the country. Respect the country in the same way you respect your parents, he said.

The former president distributed medals to 108 prefects.

Minister Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena, MPs Dallas Alahapperuma and Chandrasiri Gajadeera, and several other persons also participated in the event.(Krishan Jeewaka Jayaruk)

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Comments - 21

TONY Monday, 23 March 2015 12:02 PM

TO ASK THE GODS FOR FORGIVENESS. GOOD FOR YOU

leo Tuesday, 24 March 2015 12:30 PM

These stupid Sri lankan with bird brains yet to understand they had become completley Under control of India.Fortunately I am away.God bless Sri lanka.But I think its too late.

Pushpakumara Tuesday, 24 March 2015 09:46 AM

There are so many allegations against you and your family. Until you prove these allegations are lies you should not talk about politics and your future plans. I am sure your successor is a genuine man and he is capable of running this country democratically. You failed as a leader by misleading our country on the wrong path with your goons.

Lawry Monday, 23 March 2015 04:43 PM

Greed for power over people !!!!!!!!!!!!

Arjuna Ranwana Monday, 23 March 2015 03:15 PM

Dear Sir, Of course we are waiting your blessing for National Govt. That is why you had called Commanders and CJ to Temple Trees on 9th Morning

Ganesha Monday, 23 March 2015 03:08 PM

Dear Sir Please better refrain from at least this Dhamma schools which have not been hitherto desecrated by you and your barbarian regime ,so leave them work alone on their way without being corrupted intact.

kukula Monday, 23 March 2015 03:07 PM

May god bless you, and plenty of rest is needed.Foolish Sir if you ever think of returning to politics.

whoSaid Gentleman Monday, 23 March 2015 03:01 PM

TO :Podi Bappa, he is gentleman for his family and not for public of this country

Podi Bappa Monday, 23 March 2015 02:40 PM

See, MR is truly a gentleman. People will really make a judgement soon.

Waco Monday, 23 March 2015 02:31 PM

Time for you to retire from politics.

don juan Monday, 23 March 2015 01:41 PM

NOW THE TIME HAS COME FOR YOU TO REST POLITICALLY FOREVER.

suresh Monday, 23 March 2015 09:37 AM

Since we are on the topic of buddhism, read up on Thanha (Greed)

Gobba Monday, 23 March 2015 12:00 PM

Patriotism the REFUGE OF THE SCOUNDREL

Euclid Monday, 23 March 2015 10:53 AM

Never too late to join a Dhamma School

Suq Madique Monday, 23 March 2015 10:46 AM

Suddenly MR has become wise and holy. Now must be regretting the many steps he should have taken instead of those he did take. Too late now!

Acchita HaalKranda Monday, 23 March 2015 10:40 AM

MR is so happy about this move now its because... his thugs, thiefs are appointed as ministers. And also easily he can get hidden news of the government move and to play back with it. This is what this greedy famine bird spy wants finally....

Prem Monday, 23 March 2015 10:23 AM

This is a good for him now - learn something good from the damma schools!

lkboy Monday, 23 March 2015 10:22 AM

ofcourse. what else can he say?

BuffaloaCitizen Monday, 23 March 2015 10:15 AM

Discipline! Patriotism! Dhamma!What is he talking about?The UN section for locating hidden bank accounts is helping SL to find embezzled funds in millions stashed away in many countries.

upali Monday, 23 March 2015 10:02 AM

You seem to be marking time until election.

The God Father Monday, 23 March 2015 09:39 AM

Can MR do a crush course in Cricket umpiring and become an umpire? Ideal.

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