President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says government ready for next election if people request
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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated on 7 November that the government is prepared to hold the next election if the people request it.
Speaking at the National Trade Union Conference at P. D. Sirisena Stadium in Colombo, he said the National People's Power does not need repressive laws as long as the public supports it.
Dissanayake added that the government will not remain in power by suppressing the public through laws and regulations if public support is lost.
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How the story developed
- සිThis storyPresident Dissanayake declared the government would hold elections if requested and avoid using repressive laws.
- සිPresident Dissanayake promised increased essential allowances and sought consensus for new security-related draft bills.
- தThe National People's Power government faced criticism for installing political propaganda displays across Colombo.
