National People’s Power MP Kaushalya Ariyaratne has filed a formal complaint with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) regarding the spread of false and defamatory news about her on social media. The complaint, lodged on [date], details how the false news contained baseless allegations intended to damage her public image and reputation. Ariyaratne expressed concerns that these attacks were part of a broader effort to undermine women in politics.
In her statement, she strongly condemned the false reports as malicious attempts to discourage women from participating in the political sphere. “If anyone believes these cheap tactics will prevent women from entering politics, they are mistaken. These efforts will not succeed in hurting the government or stopping women from taking a stand,” she asserted.
The MP also emphasized that such personal attacks would not deter her commitment to serve in politics. She urged authorities to investigate the matter thoroughly and bring those responsible for spreading the false news to justice.
