Kurunegala, August 31, 2024 — Independent presidential candidate and current President, Ranil Wickramasinghe, cautioned against the perils of false promises during a public rally held yesterday in Kurunegala. Addressing the gathering, he emphasized that the country’s economy cannot be advanced if leaders continue to make unrealistic commitments, a practice he warned could lead Sri Lanka back to the dire economic conditions of 2022.
Wickramasinghe, who has consistently championed a pragmatic approach to economic recovery, spoke at length about the dangers of populist pledges that are not grounded in fiscal reality. “We cannot afford to repeat the mistakes of the past. Making promises that cannot be fulfilled will only bring us back to where we were two years ago,” he stated.
The rally, part of his ongoing campaign for the presidential election, was organized under the banner of his concept, “Puluwan Sri Lanka,” which translates to “Capable Sri Lanka.” The initiative is aimed at promoting sustainable development and responsible governance, focusing on tangible results rather than empty rhetoric.
Wickramasinghe’s message was clear: the country needs realistic and achievable policies to move forward. He urged voters to critically evaluate the promises being made by other candidates and to choose a leader who can deliver on commitments without jeopardizing the nation’s fragile economic recovery.
As the presidential race intensifies, Wickramasinghe’s candid warning against false promises serves as a reminder of the challenges Sri Lanka faces and the importance of responsible leadership in navigating the path to stability and growth.
