National Organizer of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), Namal Rajapaksa, yesterday issued a stern warning against any attempts to undermine state institutions, emphasizing the need for adherence to the rule of law and democratic governance.
Speaking at the SLPP headquarters on Nelum Mawatha, Rajapaksa highlighted concerns over actions that threaten government officials, the Attorney General’s Department, the judiciary, and public order. He stressed that disrespecting the Maha Sangha or intimidating officials in an attempt to control the State would be futile.
“What may not matter to certain individuals is critical for the country’s survival,” Rajapaksa said, stressing the importance of law and accountability. He criticized recent statements by political figures that, in his view, encourage a culture of threats and intimidation, adding that power should never be misused.
Beyond politics, Rajapaksa addressed pressing governance and public safety issues. He urged the government to enforce laws fairly, including against organized crime, drug trafficking, smuggling, and corruption in public tenders. He also raised concerns over transfers of officers who successfully carried out drug raids, alleging that certain criminal networks continue to operate with protection.
“The people of this country face fear every day due to the persistence of organized crime, and the law must be applied without bias,” he said, calling for consistent enforcement across all sectors.
Rajapaksa also touched on education reforms, insisting that changes should align with the needs of students rather than political agendas, and criticized the government for behaving like an opposition by protesting its own policies.
He concluded by emphasizing that threats, protests, or intimidation cannot replace proper governance or secure political gains. “Attempts to coerce institutions will not succeed, and the country’s democratic foundations must be respected,” he said.
