Ranjan Ramanayake, leader of the United Democratic Voice Party, has accused the Sri Lankan government of taking political revenge by suspending the ambulance service provided to former President Mahinda Rajapaksa for medical purposes. Speaking at a meeting with Puttalam district activists in Halawat, Ramanayake condemned the decision, arguing that it neglects the health and safety of a leader who played a crucial role in ending the country’s civil war.
He drew a comparison to Indian filmmaker Satyajit Ray, who was given an ambulance service, to highlight the importance of respecting the well-being of public figures. Ramanayake also acknowledged President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s rise to power after being ridiculed in Parliament and praised the current administration for its anti-corruption stance.
He warned against undermining the government’s efforts through baseless criticism, labeling it as “ugly politics” and expressing support for the National People’s Power Party’s commitment to fulfilling public expectations. Ramanayake stressed that while he would not obstruct the government’s progress, he would also not shy away from speaking out against injustices.
