The Hon. Rohana Bandara

17 March 2025 ·Debate: Appropriation Bill 2025 - Committee Stage Debate on Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs and Ministry of Environment

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Rohana Bandara alleged that no CCTV cameras are functioning in Anuradhapura and criticized the removal of police barriers without adequate security measures. He argued that such actions have emboldened organized crime amid reports of frequent murders, and urged the Government to move beyond slogans and implement practical security solutions.

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¶ 01 I am not sure if I can get more time; our Chief Organizer is not here. There are key points still to raise.

¶ 02 Let me add briefly: In Anuradhapura, not a single CCTV camera functions. You boasted of removing police barriers and clearing roads, emboldening organized crime. Remove barriers only after ensuring security. Daily we hear multiple murders. Please move from slogans to solutions.

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Source: Hansard, Monday, 17 March 2025 ·No. 1745486934006324 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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Cite as: The Hon. Rohana Bandara. 10th Parliament, Parliament of Sri Lanka. Hansard, 17 March 2025. No. 1745486934006324. Politick, https://staging.politick.io/lk/speeches/12781