Video: I will join Govt; Dayasiri

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UNP MP Dayasiri Jayasekara said that he would be making a special statement in parliament today at 2. 00 PM and inform of his resignation from parliament and thereafter will contest for the Chief Ministerial Post on the UPFA ticket.

“I will resgin from parliament today and thereafter will contest for the Chief Ministerial post for the NWP elections under the UPFA” he told Daily Mirror Online a shortwhile ago.

Speaking to the media after his resignation from the United National Party, MP Dayasiri Jayasekara claimed that he would not go back on his utterances against the government in the past but would rather embrace all policies of President Mahinda Rajapaksa from now on and would dedicate all his efforts to ensure that the current government continued to be in power.

“I’m not going to vomit on what I said before against the current government, but now it’s a new beginning and I will make all efforts to ensure that the current regime under the helm of President Mahinda Rajapaksa is kept in power,” he said.

Answering questions posed by journalists, Jayasekara said that he could no longer continue to be a member of the UNP “which is dictatorial and would be a waste of my life.”

“I have much more to offer to his country and its people and continuing to stay in a party that is dictatorial and with a leadership which has lost touch with the common man is futile; hence my decision to join the government.”

He refuted claims to the effect that he had crossed over in order to further personal benefits and said that he would work towards the common good of the people of the provinces.

“I could have slung mud on the face of the UNPers who voted me by walking down the aisle and joining the government in parliament. I didn’t do that. Instead I want to put myself before the people and hear their verdict. That is the reason I resigned from parliament and decided on a new beginning,” he said.

Jayasekara also claimed that he was offered ministerial posts at various times but declined all of them and decided to contest an election in order to ensure that his conscience was clean.

“There were various other offers from time to time including the offer of Ministerial posts. But I declined all of them in order to contest and give the people the chance to give a verdict,” he said.

He said that 48 Provincial level politicians have pledged their support to him and insisted that he would not confine his efforts to ensure victory at the upcoming North Western Provincial Council elections.

He left the conference flanked by Minister Rohitha Abeygunawardena, MP Duminda Silva and MP Manusha Nanayakkara. Thereafter Jayasekara visited the President and obtained membership of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party

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Comments - 78

Sunakaya Wednesday, 24 July 2013 09:42 AM

Not Dayasiri, Ranil must cross over to UPFA for UNP to win elections.

Saman Wednesday, 24 July 2013 10:46 AM

How much this cross over cost ???

Dhammika Wednesday, 24 July 2013 10:40 AM

Sad to hear this from Dayasiri of whom we had a great regard. The people of this country are going through hard ships as never before and the leaders are plundering the wealth of the nation with no regard for the people. This just shows we don't have honest politicians only ones who are interested in themselves. No sensible person will be leave you did this because of differences with the leader. It was for personal gain.

deepal Wednesday, 24 July 2013 10:39 AM

SHAME ON YOU, DAYASIRI!

Maha Rajaneni Wednesday, 24 July 2013 10:37 AM

Politics SL style.

Ratawasiya Wednesday, 24 July 2013 10:25 AM

The only man with a backbone in politics now is General Fonseka

kan Wednesday, 24 July 2013 10:18 AM

very simple reason: badagini.

thilak Wednesday, 24 July 2013 10:17 AM

this is the time for highest offered time , 2010 election also offered,but not enough

Gaz Wednesday, 24 July 2013 10:12 AM

hypocrites of the 1st order... Thank you Ranil.. thanks to you there and more UNP's in UPFA and than UNP itself...keep up the good work

Thomas Wednesday, 24 July 2013 10:05 AM

What has he got to tell the people voted him as a UNP candidate.
The Ungratefuls

Russel Wednesday, 24 July 2013 11:57 AM

this the guy waited for count the bodys of dead military persons for blame the government when last stage of war.shame on you.

CROW Wednesday, 24 July 2013 08:06 AM

REALLY UNP NEEDS A POWERFUL LEADERSHIP.

asiri Wednesday, 24 July 2013 08:01 AM

come come we're waiting......poor ranil...

janmanjanman Wednesday, 24 July 2013 08:00 AM

CAN WE BELIEVE THESE POLITICIANS:WE ARE THE FOOLS WHO ARE ELECTING THEM:

sunil21 Wednesday, 24 July 2013 07:54 AM

Sadly UNP is a sinking boat due to the capton , no wonder even every one except the leader cross over one day ?

Jeffry Wednesday, 24 July 2013 07:53 AM

Idiot

Prasanjit Wednesday, 24 July 2013 07:51 AM

I remember you felt sad and angry this same way when SB, Bandula, GL, Kiriella and the gang crossed over to UNP in 2002 !!

Ravi Seneviratne Wednesday, 24 July 2013 07:50 AM

Dayasiri was compelled to go by Ranil , Sad situation for the opposition and hanging on the tread.

Ane Anichchan Wednesday, 24 July 2013 07:41 AM

This shows the efficiency of the executive committee of the UNP leadership.

Muditha Wednesday, 24 July 2013 07:01 AM

These people just play a game. First they do not have their own conscience and own policy. They do whatever they could if they can grab the power. Third class politicians! No person should trust politicians like these for any reason. They do not love their country or its people, but only themselves. Nothing else!

DHAMMIKA Wednesday, 24 July 2013 01:24 PM

Yes , It is ONLY GEN . SARATH FONSEKA now people can have trust and hope in .

kali Thursday, 25 July 2013 11:16 AM

No doubt he received a handsome payment for crossing

JAC Thursday, 25 July 2013 09:55 AM

IF RANIL GOES TODAY UNP WILL COME TO POWER IN 1O YEARS. DAYASIRI HAS WASTED BEST OF HIS TIME FOR UNP. THAT LIMIT IS OVER. SHOULD THANK FOR STAYING THAT MUCH WITH UNP. NOW NO ONE TO TALK FOR PEOPLE.

jamal Thursday, 25 July 2013 01:16 AM

When Johnston crossed over , you said 'Jonny Pani' to the laughter of thousands. All who laughed at the said Jonny are laughing at you. Ha ! Ha1

xlntgson Wednesday, 24 July 2013 04:43 PM

Is chief minister post is such a powerful post? Rather he can become governor of northern province.

Nadi Karunaratne Wednesday, 24 July 2013 04:05 PM

Good job Ranil - when you going to get it? .In the name of God go!

Devaka Wednesday, 24 July 2013 03:44 PM

Now we know for certain Dayasiri is not gay!

Jimmy D Wednesday, 24 July 2013 01:48 PM

sujeewa senasinghe next in line

Ran Ponil Wednesday, 24 July 2013 01:31 PM

Anton..Are you mad? Get your head and eyes tested...Does not like.,,But ,Just loves and craves for them.

kimbula Wednesday, 24 July 2013 01:26 PM

Good for you. Hope you will get the CM post and do for the people. Jayawewa!

shamila sakkaff Wednesday, 24 July 2013 07:01 AM

Good Move !!!! congrats!!!

jagathroshan Wednesday, 24 July 2013 12:58 PM

Wish you all the best Dayasiri,hope you can make a turnaround
at the next provincial council as the chief minister.,a more disciplined vibrant politics

Suq Madique Wednesday, 24 July 2013 12:38 PM

Now all the old and ineffective members like attanayake, micheal perera, john etc will be happy as those who are a threat to their positions are leaving the UNP.

concerned Wednesday, 24 July 2013 12:31 PM

Can you see the difference between Northern PC election candidate selection by TNA and NW PC candidate selection by UPFA? Shame!

ponil Wednesday, 24 July 2013 12:28 PM

Welcome ,nobody likes american U&Pee,The peopel know one day ponil will sell this country, so all good peopel cross over except mongel samaraweera,drohi ravi,madwachi kiriella,

dj Wednesday, 24 July 2013 12:21 PM

Jaya sri....have a gud future with correct leader...........

sahdi Wednesday, 24 July 2013 12:17 PM

//////BREAKING NEWS///////////// DAYASIRI joints with THIEVES.....

mervyn Perera Wednesday, 24 July 2013 12:16 PM

Now Rosy Senanaya outke will also join Dayasiri. She can't stay without Dayasiri

Mutu Wednesday, 24 July 2013 12:14 PM

25 million.

ANTON Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:04 AM

RANIL DOES NOT LIKE YOUNG BOYS.

surain lal Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:15 AM

you cant blame Dayasiri . when leader treat inhuman manner even the animal dont stay with you. atleast ranil should realize this now. Otherwise there are will be a day hard core rural unpers will take the stick to chase the big one out of the fence.

Pxx Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:14 AM

I think MR don’t trust any of the old SLFP’s.
The pressure on the balloon could be burst in near future.

Berty Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:14 AM

4 More M.PP will be crossing over within this week.

Keep it up RANIL>

Very soon , only you will be left., and TNA will get the Leader of the Opposition post

DOTS Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:13 AM

except - - -

DOTS Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:13 AM

All thanks to Ranil & group !!

Buddhika Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:09 AM

Excellent move Dayasiri...!!!

Now you can utilize your talents for the country. Now you have a place to perform without sitting back. Even it is sad to see a giant party like UNP is collapsing, we have nothing to do now. You did your best to save UNP, but if the leaders and top officials don't count your words, no point of staying!!!

Well done Dayasiri...! Your voters are always with you!

Ramzeel Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:07 AM

Birds of a feather flock together, shameless politician.

Asela Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:05 AM

Itz better you die !

Nihal Amarasekera Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:04 AM

More worthy politician, no doubt, but in the first instance, why did he join UNP & not UPFP? It should have been the difference in policies. Now what, political expediency?

Lanka Shantha Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:19 AM

So, Mr. Dayasiri who talked about the hard ship of the people, now give up them all and goes on to make money for him and his family by joining the elite group..

chintake Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:01 AM

Jaya Sri, Dayasiri..!!

ind Wednesday, 24 July 2013 05:59 AM

RIP !!!

Dakshina Wednesday, 24 July 2013 05:44 AM

Dear Mr Ranil Please Step down with your mongals

That is the Best things to do for the country

Jagath Wednesday, 24 July 2013 05:40 AM

UNP is finished. This is what Ranil wanted. Get rid of all young popular MPs and keep all old buggers!!

nation Wednesday, 24 July 2013 05:43 AM

shame on you... you were with government even while in UNP to make troubles in the party...
No love for people ! but for greed !

fernado Wednesday, 24 July 2013 05:42 AM

Good ranil, you ,John, Joseph and Thissa will do the rest.

Fayad Wednesday, 24 July 2013 05:40 AM

IT'S NOT A GOOD MOVE, BUT STILL I WILL NOT BLAME YOU

mohamed asfar Wednesday, 24 July 2013 05:39 AM

very unfair to the current chief minister. candidate.

ලන්කපුත Wednesday, 24 July 2013 05:38 AM

nothing wrong. He is giving the people the choice again, rather than jumping after fooling the people. Hats off to you Dayasiri. Now what will happen to UNP .. ?

GC Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:43 AM

Adding to what I wrote, if principled, Dayasiri should have just quit politics and waited. I am sure right thinking people are despondent now. Ranil should give up his dictatorship and allow room for new ideas and young and energetic people to grow as they seem to be taking revenge on him by abandoning the people. On thinking about it, although a Sinhalese, I wonder whether Mr Sambanthan etc is the only principled politician around!.

SHM Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:57 AM

If UNP thinks having Ranil in the side is more important than loosing all others, let it be! It will be just one man party at last.
UNP got to think about this very seriously. Already the country has lost a strong opposition. We are sad.

Sim Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:56 AM

There are no principals for our politicians. To get power they will do anything. Bad policies becomes good overnight when one is given a bone.

bala putha Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:52 AM

Now you won't be having any slogans. you have to think of a new startegy in critisising the Oposition.

Kappa Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:51 AM

Your words cannot be TRUSTED!!!!!!

ind Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:47 AM

May be he had enough of this YOUNG one !

ind Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:47 AM

Dreaming is very good for people.

M.ASHRAFF.NAZIM Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:46 AM

WHEN THE OPPOSITION IS DIVIDED IT IS NOT SURPRISE TO HEAR THAT DAYASIRI HAS JOINED UPFA BUT NOT BLAMABLE UNITY WHERE IT STANDS DIVIDED WHERE IT FALLS

Ravi Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:44 AM

Ranil very soon you will be loosing your opposition leader position.

Prasanjit Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:44 AM

What do grapes taste like??

GC Wednesday, 24 July 2013 05:29 AM

This shows the quality of many of our politicians. They criticise the other side as much as they could but, as soon as there is problem with their own side, embrace those whom one criticised profusely. Did he not deny a crossover until a few days ago? This shows their nature. No principles but be where one can have power. Can we believe him anymore? Cannot say that his decision was because of Rani's dictatorship because MR's also seem a family dictatorship.

Prasanjit Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:41 AM

What do grapes taste like??

Roshantha Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:34 AM

Ranil doesn't know the value of this person. MR does. This is the difference between the two. Dayasiri has a huge vote bank but sidelined by the UNP for being honest with his thinking.. Ranil's favorites are the likes of Ava Mangala and Medawacchiye Ravi. These two count on kepuvath UNP votes, but have no vote banks for themselves. RIP UNP!!

Bad Boy Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:32 AM

But he does

Rohith Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:30 AM

How long will Ranil live? I recon until about 85? That means the UNP will be doomed for another 22 years. History will say that Hon. DS Senanayake formed the UNP and Ranil destroyed the UNP.

Pxx Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:30 AM

Began to finish government.
He will proceed the same practice to shake the government.

Mason Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:26 AM

UNP should be happy that it is rid of a bad egg. Dayasiri is jumping fence for the cream that goes with the Chief Minister's post. Dayasiri, remember that there is many a slip between the cup and the lip.

kondebendapucheena Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:25 AM

Ranil In Peace RIP Dayasiri

Kolamba putha Wednesday, 24 July 2013 06:24 AM

Another shameless "frog" with zero credibility!!!

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