'Doctors for Development' to support PM

by Rohan Mathes reporting from Kandy

The 'Alliance of Doctors for National Development' called on Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapakse last Sunday at Central province Governor Monti Gopallawa's official residence in Kandy to pledge their support for him at the forthcoming Presidential Election.

The Premier had a fruitful and cordial discussion with the doctors who were confident of his victory. They pledged to participate in the election campaign and address the people, requesting their support.

Alliance Coordinator Dr S. Kodikara said that their alliance has identified Rajapakse as a true leader who moved with the times and the people. He has accepted their suggestion of formulating a national policy on health, when he is appointed president.

They will be holding mobile clinics islandwide, specially in the estate sector where there are less facilities and the politicians are less likely to reach.

The Prime Minister said he was willing and prepared to take the advice of the professionals in diverse spheres, for the benefit of the country.