Speaking at a public meeting in Kesbewa on 12 May 2026, Rajapaksa said that if President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s statement that “no one is above the law” is to be upheld, then all individuals allegedly involved in wrongdoing must be subject to legal scrutiny.
He referred to several incidents, including alleged irregularities in coal imports, issues involving payments made through government accounts, and other financial transactions that he claimed required investigation. He also raised concerns over cases in which suspects were allegedly pressured into giving statements, leading to severe consequences.
Rajapaksa further alleged that Sri Lanka had faced unusually high costs in fuel imports compared to international benchmarks, and criticised the government over rising electricity tariffs, taxation policies, and the broader cost of living.
He also claimed that the current economic burden was affecting small and medium-scale businesses, warning that increasing utility costs and taxes were placing pressure on entrepreneurs and households.
The MP additionally accused the government of failing to meet key election promises and raised concerns about the functioning of state institutions, calling for greater transparency and accountability in governance.
Rajapaksa also cautioned against any form of political intimidation, stressing that democratic processes must be protected while ensuring fairness in law enforcement.
