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Health Minister survives No-Confidence Motion despite crumbling health sector
9 September 2023 09:30 am - 28 - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}
Despite the seriousness of allegations regarding the deterioration of the health service in the country with the influx of subpar medicines, corruption and frauds, Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella survived a no-confidence motion against him in Parliament yesterday.
The government defeated the motion with 113 votes to 73, signalling that it commands the majority against the combined strength of the opposition.
The opposition moved the no-confidence motion taking the minister to task, and it was debated for three days with arguments and counterarguments across the divide of Parliament.
The recent deaths of patients due to allergic reactions developed after medication at some state hospitals were highlighted by the opposition legislators in justifying their attempt to unseat the minister from office. Nevertheless, the ruling side legislators harped on arguments put forward by their opponents in the House, saying one cannot single-handedly slander the minister for the current ills of the health sector. According to them, the present crisis is a result of the economic downfall, for which a single minister cannot be held responsible.
When a motion of this nature is taken up for a vote in the House, the government cannot decide solely on the merits of the opposition’s move, politically speaking. In the event of defeat over such a motion, it will reflect badly on the collective strength of the government in securing a majority. In case of defeat, the government’s stability will be jolted, leading to further crises in the days, weeks and months to come depending on unfolding political circumstances. However, there is public concern over the crumbling health sector, with some civil movements calling for his resignation even.(Yohan Perera)
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Spartacus Saturday, 09 September 2023 10:04 AM
Obviously... the mafia is still in power and the corruption continues.
Sam Silva Saturday, 09 September 2023 05:47 PM
What makes you think the mafia and corruption went away. It's will be in our country for next generation to come. Sad.
This is reality Saturday, 09 September 2023 10:04 AM
The writing is on the wall. Respect the dignity of your normal attire and ...... resign gracefully.
Gamaya Saturday, 09 September 2023 10:20 AM
He will have the confidence of the parliament but not of the people. People have rejected everyone in parliament who plays games. Come elections he will be shown the door if this continues.
A poor patient Saturday, 09 September 2023 10:48 AM
The outcome of the No Confidence Motion against the Minister of Health is nothing but an example of the Corrupt protecting the Corrupt. Politicians and their families using their ill-gotten money can get the best treatment in this country and if necessary, can go to Singapore or the USA and have further treatment. It is the poor majority of ordinary people who are in deep trouble thanks to Dr. Rambukwella and his colleagues.
There is no corruption in the defeat of the motion Saturday, 09 September 2023 12:48 PM
The Parliament should not exist. If you believe the Constitution is good, how the President, The parliament and judicery are all working fine. There is simple majority and it was utter waste of time to bring about the no-confidence motion. Sri lankan politcs is nowadays only about getting minister wealthier.
European Saturday, 09 September 2023 10:51 AM
No wonder the politicians in Sri Lanka need so much security.
Citizens Saturday, 09 September 2023 11:14 AM
This is how it is in Sri Lanka. Only the Mafia will rule. Sri Lankans allow it. Wait for the elections in anticipation of a change but unfortunately there won't be!!!! This is a classic example!
Patient Saturday, 09 September 2023 12:46 PM
The result of the No Confidence motion was expected. It is foolish to expect such a motion to be passed as crooks will always support a crook and likewise even if the entire population is against the cursed Minister, he will still have his way with the Rogues to support him in the present Parliament.
sam Saturday, 09 September 2023 12:54 PM
Corruption cannot be defeated
Lee Saturday, 09 September 2023 01:00 PM
It's an absolute waste of time and resources to use No Confidence Motions in Parliament against failed Minsters since the majority will vote against their conscience merely to remain in power. The real losers are the ordinary citizens of the country. The country is in dire straits no matter what is being propagated!
Grace Saturday, 09 September 2023 01:06 PM
Ranil - Rajapkshes government should understand that since 113 MPs voted against the motion, people are with them. Go to the villages and feel the pulse of people there.
Cherath Saturday, 09 September 2023 01:06 PM
With a block of 134 MPs voting for survival irrespective of the content of any bill or motion, it's no wonder nothing will get through. However, the complete disarray in the Health services due to complacency, inefficiency and corruption is firmly established alongside the impotence of the Minister heading that service. In civilised countries the Minister resigns no matter the outcome of the motion. Not here, of course!
Mohammed intiquab Ghouse Saturday, 09 September 2023 03:46 PM
He is the person who let unauthorized houses to be built in the Hanthana entrance.
Karalasingam Sivalingam Saturday, 09 September 2023 04:24 PM
It was an attempt only to expose the minister's maladministration, awarding tenders for poor quality drugs, fixing responsibility on the minister for the death of patients administered with poor quality injections etc; government has the majority and all opposition motions will be defeated,eventhough the core elements of the motion/s are genuine.
Dudley Ranasinghe - Journalist Saturday, 09 September 2023 04:24 PM
Hay Kehliya Rambukwella, don't think that you won the game. Some more attacks by the public you must expect, before that step down man without robbing further.
Dr. Damika Samarasinghe Saturday, 09 September 2023 04:27 PM
Rambukwella match is not over, until you are clean bowled, we will monitor closely on you. Very soon all the Doctor's will come to the street to prove that you are a robber of public money on commissions on drugs.
Caliber of our ruler! Saturday, 09 September 2023 04:57 PM
Ranil lost a best chance to prove to the voters, that he is concerned about the welfare of the public than his MPs and Ministers who support him. Had he sacked Keheliya, our voters would give him the assurance he is looking for, for his 2048 dream. It also revealed that he is just a puppet in the hands of rogue rulers. Do we entrust the future of our nation to a man of this caliber?
Buddhika K Saturday, 09 September 2023 07:07 PM
This is obvious when a bunch of henchmen in the parliament but not the real representatives of the people.
sam Saturday, 09 September 2023 07:55 PM
Corruption survives
Joshua Saturday, 09 September 2023 09:04 PM
Rogues protecting a rogue. We all know the calibre of SLPP goons headed by 10%
Bernard Jayatilake Saturday, 09 September 2023 10:57 PM
The M.P. s who voted against the motion clearly represent the majority of voters of this country who voted for them overwhelmingly giving them 5/6 majority and power until the end of the term of the present Parliament with an unforgettable lesson for those who voted for them.
VJ Sunday, 10 September 2023 08:17 AM
The elected representatives of the people are not interested in the welfare of their people or the state.
Senthupalan Kalanmuttum Monday, 11 September 2023 10:14 AM
How can educated doctors work with such a man and a parliament? These people can go overseas or private hospitals for healthcare! How about poor people who struggle to live?
Mohamed Adham Monday, 11 September 2023 11:41 AM
Hope the people in the electorates whose MPs voted in FAVOR of Keheliya now learn that their MPs do NOT CARE if the people who voted for them LIVE or DIE.
Patient Monday, 11 September 2023 01:13 PM
Keheliya must be thinking that he is "NIDOS KOTA NIDAHAS" , but the entire Sri Lankan population ,except the Pohottuwa Gang in Parliament knows the reality. We saw him shamelessly appearing on TV to comment on the Channel 4 issue.
Lt. Col. Duminda Senanayake Monday, 11 September 2023 01:36 PM
Health Minister congratulations for winning the NCM, but very soon like people chased Gota you will be chased.
Lal Piyal Mendis Monday, 11 September 2023 01:38 PM
You can start your Commission business with India again, Good Luck Mini-Maruwa, because of your nasty robbing habit only your wife and children are going to suffer and suffer.
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