Wed, 08 May 2024 Today's Paper

UNP suspicious

11 August 2010 06:41 am - 11     - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

A A A

By Kelum Bandara


The main opposition UNP said today that they had suspicion whether the removal of Mervin Silva from his position was only a mere attempt by the government to quell the public protest over his misconduct.

Addressing a press conference, UNP General Secretary MP Tissa Attanayake urged the government to initiate legal action against Mr. Silva without any further delay for his involvement in the breach of law by tying a public servant to a tree.

“In this incident, Mr. Silva has violated the law. He has to be punished legally. The mere removal of his portfolio will not serve the purpose. We suspect the whether the government was genuine in this case. Had Mr. Silva been stripped of his position, his security and other facilities should also have been withdrawn,” Mr. Attanayake said.

He said, “Earlier, there were many cases related to the misconduct of the Minister. But, the government did not take action. We do not whether the government will react to this case in the same manner.” 

Order Gifts and Flowers to Sri Lanka. See Kapruka's top selling online shopping categories such as Toys, Grocery, Kids Toys, Birthday Cakes, Fruits, Chocolates, Clothing and Electronics. Also see Kapruka's unique online services such as Money Remittence,Astrology, Courier/Delivery, Medicine Delivery and over 700 top brands. Also get products from Amazon & Ebay via Kapruka Gloabal Shop into Sri Lanka

  Comments - 11

Order Gifts and Flowers to Sri Lanka. See Kapruka's top selling online shopping categories such as Toys, Grocery, Kids Toys, Birthday Cakes, Fruits, Chocolates, Clothing and Electronics. Also see Kapruka's unique online services such as Money Remittence,Astrology, Courier/Delivery, Medicine Delivery and over 700 top brands. Also get products from Amazon & Ebay via Kapruka Gloabal Shop into Sri Lanka
  • Mithraka Fernando Wednesday, 11 August 2010 07:51 AM

    ALL ARE ACTORS AND THE PRODUCERS ARE THE PARTY LEADERS WHILE THE DIRECTOR IS THE PRESIDENT!!

    mnsmart Wednesday, 11 August 2010 09:15 AM

    Well said Mithraka, and we, the spectators pay a huge price to watch this drama.

    Ravana Wednesday, 11 August 2010 09:27 AM

    Of course it is but I guess it has to be explained in these terms to our "EDUCATED" literate, voter base !

    Concerned Wednesday, 11 August 2010 10:20 AM

    No need to suspect. The intelligent masses know that there is no bona-fide in his removal. They cant fool the general public of this country. Only they get fooled.

    Bluff Bluff Wednesday, 11 August 2010 10:57 AM

    What if he follows the footsteps of his colleague and start a fast-un-to death campaign (with saline) at Kiribatgoda junction? Who will go and offer him water this time?

    mwta Wednesday, 11 August 2010 11:00 AM

    Has IGP removed his security as he 's a normal MP now?
    Whether legal action will be taken against him?
    I think this is an eye wash.

    LouVi Wednesday, 11 August 2010 11:17 AM

    Another sleight of hand by Magician Rajapakse

    Ranjan Wednesday, 11 August 2010 11:27 AM

    Mr Bluff , you forgot the Puff. ( Lemon puff was used during the previous fast unto death protest )

    bash Wednesday, 11 August 2010 12:40 PM

    no police complaint, so no action

    Sammy Wednesday, 11 August 2010 12:55 PM

    Not only had he flouted the law previously, on many occasions but also defied court orders. So even if legal charges are pressed on him, it won't matter.

    Jay Wednesday, 11 August 2010 02:07 PM

    MR couldn't take the heat from the public


Add comment

Comments will be edited (grammar, spelling and slang) and authorized at the discretion of Daily Mirror online. The website also has the right not to publish selected comments.

Reply To:

Name - Reply Comment




Order Gifts and Flowers to Sri Lanka. See Kapruka's top selling online shopping categories such as Toys, Grocery, Kids Toys, Birthday Cakes, Fruits, Chocolates, Clothing and Electronics. Also see Kapruka's unique online services such as Money Remittence,Astrology, Courier/Delivery, Medicine Delivery and over 700 top brands. Also get products from Amazon & Ebay via Kapruka Gloabal Shop into Sri Lanka