Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa Files FR Petition Over Removal of Security Detail

 The petition challenges the government's decision to reduce the number of security personnel assigned to former heads of state, arguing that the removal violates Rajapaksa's constitutional rights. The former president’s legal team has requested a court order to restore the security detail, citing potential threats to his safety.

This legal move follows the government’s decision to reduce privileges for former heads of state, citing financial constraints and the need to cut down on state expenditure. The reduction in security has sparked controversy, with Rajapaksa’s supporters questioning the timing and motivations behind the move.

The case is expected to be heard in the coming weeks, and its outcome could set a significant precedent for the protection of former government officials in Sri Lanka.