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The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition

Samagi Jana Balawegaya· Colombo· 20 February 2026 ·Procedural: Clarifications and Supplementary Questions; Matters of Order and Privilege

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Sajith Premadasa rejected allegations that his party promotes or supports underworld activity, stating that it opposes murder, robbery and corruption. He asked that the Inspector General of Police be directed to investigate those involved in such activities and bring them before the law, pledging his party’s support for such action.

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¶ 01 Hon. Deputy Speaker, once again to Hon. Ananda Wijepala: our party does not promote or cultivate the underworld. We reject murder, robbery and corruption. Do not ask me to pass messages. Please direct the IGP now to investigate and bring those engaged in underworld activities before the law. We will support that fully.

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Hansard, Friday, 20 February 2026 ·No. 23331 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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