Date: October 9, 2024 – Former Member of Parliament and National Organizer of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya Party, Tissa Attanayake, has made a bold statement regarding the party’s commitment to integrity in the upcoming general elections. He emphasized that individuals involved in corruption will not receive nominations to contest the elections.
Attanayake addressed the media, asserting, “We will not tolerate corruption within our ranks. Anyone associated with corruption cases will be disqualified from our nomination lists. It is crucial that we hold ourselves accountable and maintain our party’s integrity.”
He urged voters to play an active role in promoting transparency and good governance. “The responsibility does not lie solely with the political parties; voters must also ensure they do not support corrupt individuals. It is vital for the future of our country that we elect representatives who are committed to ethical practices.”
The call comes at a time when public trust in politicians is waning due to numerous corruption scandals. Attanayake’s remarks aim to reassure constituents that the Samagi Jana Balawegaya Party is dedicated to upholding moral standards and fostering a corruption-free political environment.
As the election date approaches, the party is poised to present a list of candidates who meet their ethical guidelines, hoping to inspire public confidence and encourage voter engagement.