The Hon. Gnanamuththu Srineshan
Hon. Gnanamuththu Srineshan supported Hon. Rajeevan’s Motion, stating that drug use, distribution, illicit liquor production and the proliferation of bars have increased in the North and East after the war. He urged the Government to translate its “Clean Sri Lanka” vision into firm action through coordinated work by the Governor, civil administration, military and Police. He also called for identifying and acting against any Police or military personnel who assist drug-related activities, citing the case of former senior Police officer Deshabandu Tennakoon as an example of alleged involvement at high levels.
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Machine-translated from Sinhala / Tamil / English¶ 01 Hon. Deputy Chairperson of Committees, we accept the Motion brought by Hon. Rajeevan. After the war, drug use, distribution and trade have markedly increased in the North and East. During the LTTE’s administration, distribution was completely banned; post-war, it is rampant.
¶ 02 As a new Government aiming to build a “Clean Sri Lanka,” this is a good vision. Convert this vision into action. If, as proposed, the Governor and senior civil, military and Police officials jointly work to eradicate drugs, then a drug‑free, “Clean Sri Lanka” can become a reality. Not only in the North; the East too sees rising drug distribution, illicit liquor production and growth in bars. If you are serious about a drug‑free nation, be very firm on this issue.
¶ 03 I do not accuse all Police and military personnel, but identify those among them who abet these activities and take action. Note the case of Deshabandu Tennakoon—once a senior Police officer—now wanted. Recognize that some in high positions are involved, and act decisively to realize your “Clean Sri Lanka.”
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Cite as: The Hon. Gnanamuththu Srineshan. 10th Parliament, Parliament of Sri Lanka. Hansard, 5 March 2025. No. 1742473561091594. Politick, https://staging.politick.io/lk/speeches/2463