During a session in Parliament, Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardane addressed concerns raised by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa regarding recent remarks made by the media spokesperson of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB).
The Prime Minister assured the Parliament that a thorough inquiry would be conducted into the statements made by the CEB media spokesman, with appropriate actions to follow.
The Prime Minister emphasized that directives had been issued to the relevant authorities to initiate disciplinary proceedings against the media spokesperson following a comprehensive investigation into the matter.
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa highlighted the controversial nature of the CEB spokesman's statements, particularly regarding the use of oil lamps for studying and allegations about alcohol consumption among men in estate communities. Premadasa strongly advocated for swift action against the spokesman, characterizing his remarks as derogatory and insulting to affected communities.
Premadasa urged the government to promptly suspend the media spokesman pending the outcome of the investigation and emphasized the necessity of conducting a transparent inquiry into the matter.
