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Public Security Deputy Minister calls his driver ’donkey’

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Colombo, February 19 (Daily Mirror) - Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Deputy Minister Sunil Watagala, who arrived at the Hulftsdorp Court complex, was heard calling his driver ‘Buruwa’ (donkey) while summoning his vehicle.  

The Deputy Minister was at the court complex this morning regarding the shooting incident involving underworld figure Ganemulla Sanjeewa.  

During the visit, several journalists questioned him about the government's ability to ensure public safety. Instead of responding, the Deputy Minister loudly called out, "Buruwo, waren" (Donkey, come here).  

In the same video, another individual was heard instructing someone to locate the Deputy Minister’s vehicle immediately.