MP Namal Rajapaksa has accused the government of being corrupt and authoritarian, claiming that it is attempting to suppress political and public opposition while branding critics as corrupt.
Addressing a gathering, Rajapaksa questioned remarks by a government minister who had reportedly said that he would soon be imprisoned. He questioned how the minister could predict a judicial outcome before a case had been concluded, arguing that such statements could undermine public confidence in the independence of the judiciary.
He also claimed that doctors, lawyers and university graduates were being branded as corrupt when they raised concerns or demanded professional standards.
Rajapaksa contrasted the government’s election promises to provide employment for graduates with the current situation, alleging that graduates seeking employment were instead being met with force.
He further questioned the government’s handling of the economy, citing unresolved issues related to port operations, the importation of coal and alleged errors in fund transfers within the Ministry of Finance.
Turning to agriculture, Rajapaksa alleged that farmers continue to face high fertilizer costs and difficulties obtaining supplies despite government claims otherwise.
He also raised concerns over the pressures faced by students amid examination demands and environmental challenges, accusing the government of failing to provide solutions to the country’s pressing economic, agricultural and educational problems.
