No need for me to resign: Keheliya

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Referring to his recent statement made in Parliament that he would resign from his ministerial role if the necessary funds for purchasing medicines are not received, Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella said he would not quit as relevant funds have been allocated.

Speaking to Daily Mirror, Rambukwella said,” We had a meeting with the officials of the Treasury on the day itself I made this statement in Parliament where the funds to procure drugs and other critical medical equipment were guaranteed.”

"As adequate funds have been allocated, there is no need for me to resign,” he stressed.

However, the Minister said some media had misinterpreted what he had said in Parliament. “What I said was if funds are not received, hanging on to positions is not worth,” he stated.

When inquired about the drug shortage, he said about 100 drugs are not available at present; however, plans are afoot to address the shortage of drugs with the release of necessary funds. (Sheain Fernandopulle)

Comments - 28

Ama Wednesday, 28 June 2023 07:39 AM

Why should you Quit. It is unfair. Sri Lanka is YOUR DOWRY.

Sokrates Wednesday, 28 June 2023 08:10 AM

Each pack of medicine means less fuel at the petrol sheds. Ranil will not allow this for fear of new uprisings. In order to maintain his power, he prefers to let people die for lack of medication.

Neel.ahemad Wednesday, 28 June 2023 11:29 AM

You are absolutely correct he try to take the revenge from the nation. I am Feering that there will be civil unrest in country near future .He is the most ruthless president who ever had. His aim is in power .moreover, Bad luck of Srilanka.

ravin Wednesday, 28 June 2023 08:18 AM

how many more lives you want to claim by your nefarious activities.

Disappointed Health Worker Wednesday, 28 June 2023 08:26 AM

He is very inefficient n concerned about the people and should be replaced immediately. Prez shud take immediate action.

Mahila Wednesday, 28 June 2023 08:52 AM

Mr. Minister, Very glad to hear the Good news!!! Incidentally, when is your Next attempt to descend from the upper floor balcony, without aid of Lift or Staircase!!! The latter is very cumbersome! Isn’t it?!!! Please don't attempt those “antics” in India! Unlike Australia!? The Medical services are antiquated!!!??? We want to safeguard your health and well-being, because you’re the SAVIOUR who safeguards ours!!!???

DW Wednesday, 28 June 2023 08:58 AM

When did a Sri Lankan politician ever resign? why would they? Becoming a politician in Sri Lanka is the easiest way to become super wealthy in a short space of time. One would be truly foolish to resign.

Nimal Wednesday, 28 June 2023 09:05 AM

Now kill some more innocent patients by bringing more low quality drugs. People are disgusted with the wretched performance of this government.

We Have The Right To Know Wednesday, 28 June 2023 09:27 AM

We the people of Sri Lanka have the right to know how the medicines that have caused deaths and blindness to Sri Lankans were allowed to be imported from India. Secondly we also have to know if you have already taken action to BAN ALL MEDICINES permanently from India .

blackwater Wednesday, 28 June 2023 09:29 AM

Why should you resign your 20 percent is more important than peoples life

drying patient Wednesday, 28 June 2023 09:41 AM

Dear Minister! You have received the maximum amount of Commissions from black-listed pharmaceutical companies which will add to the economy of this country. You have purchased drugs from black-listed companies killing patients and reducing the population of this over-crowded country. You MUST NOT resign and continue forever.

BuffaloaCitizen Wednesday, 28 June 2023 09:44 AM

Of course you should not resign. If you do, what other suitable job can you do or get according to your competency? Drive a 3-wheeler in town hall?

Lion Wednesday, 28 June 2023 10:15 AM

Resignation it is not in their card even the country is burning

Patient Wednesday, 28 June 2023 10:18 AM

Keheliya thinks that people are demanding his resignation only because no funds were made available for purchase of medicines ? That is his explanation ! His main hidden excuse is that he has not fully filled his Kitty and wants to hang on.

Chulan Wednesday, 28 June 2023 10:32 AM

Don’t worry how much money you have Karmaya will come

Lam Wednesday, 28 June 2023 10:54 AM

It is not in the culture of Srilanka to resign. It is to stay in power untill death . Look at MR and others almost they in their late 70s and 80s still coming to parliament

K. ranaweera Wednesday, 28 June 2023 11:15 AM

One of the most inefficient minister in the government.

Man Wednesday, 28 June 2023 11:22 AM

For selecting the relevant factory, he went to India. So, he got more such selections of poor quality medicines, to do.

Marcian Christopher Wednesday, 28 June 2023 11:43 AM

If he has any self-respect he should have resigned long, long ago. These politicians today have thick skins and do not feel what the citizens of the country think and curse them for their inefficient and corrupt activities as unfeeling ignorant ministers.

DOT Wednesday, 28 June 2023 02:15 PM

Ethically Yes!

Ram Wednesday, 28 June 2023 02:54 PM

Please collect the commissions and import some sub-standard drugs and kill more to reduce the population

100% guaranteed skin Wednesday, 28 June 2023 04:47 PM

Marcian Christopher! Self respect? How much is a kilo in Pettah? May be it is cheaper at Manning market! As for the thick skin, be assured that they are made 100% Rhinoceros and Hippopotamus skin.

Tissa Fernando Wednesday, 28 June 2023 05:26 PM

I am sure that he was planning to resign if the funds are not allocated . In such situations he cannot purchase drugs to earn commission, so he has to look for a sector where money is allocated in order to maintain his lifestyle.

Banana Rum Sands Wednesday, 28 June 2023 07:05 PM

Dear Minister! People do not understand the services you have rendered for this country. You have received the maximum amount of commissions from black-listed pharmaceutical companies which will help the economy. You have murdered a lot of patients with substandard drugs you purchased from black-listed drug companies thereby reducing the population of this over-crowded country. Do NOT resign; Resign to your fate.

Rishan Wednesday, 28 June 2023 08:32 PM

Money talks ....

citizen Thursday, 29 June 2023 07:14 AM

Not at all. We need people like you to make hay when the sun shines or not in SriLanka.

Sambo Thursday, 29 June 2023 07:14 AM

Yes, Yes! Please don't. Still left overs remain to be gobbled. Finnish it as well.

Do Doo Dooo Chin Thursday, 29 June 2023 04:20 PM

You are great, you too had the same principal as Basil taking 20% commission not less or more.

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