Stand by govt in hour of need - Minister Sirisena

Ridma DISSANAYAKE

Sri Lanka is on the road to development following the war victory. Certain Opposition politicians and leaders who held power in the past are trying to hamper the development and destroy the country's image in the international community, by making statements against the government, Sri Lanka Freedom Party General Secretary and Health Minister Maithripala Sirisena said.

The minister was addressing a special press briefing at the Mahaweli Centre yesterday.

“This is a very crucial time for Sri Lanka when all should support the government to overcome international challenges. Some politicians made several statements before the international community even during the war and betrayed the motherland,” he said.

“We request these politicians to observe the support given by Opposition parties in other countries and stand by the government to help achieve its targets and defeat the false allegations made by certain foreign elements. We request Opposition political parties to give a thought to the country and its people,” the minister said.

“Sri Lanka has a proud history and a great degree of self- confidence. All sections therefore have a responsibility to protect the motherland from international allegations and conspiracies,” he said.