Sajith Premadasa urges relief if Treasury has funds, rejects living cost claim
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Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa on 11 November questioned whether a formal budget is necessary to provide relief if the Treasury has sufficient funds, noting that the decision rests with the President.
Speaking after a Samagi Jana Balawegaya Working Committee meeting, Premadasa challenged the government’s claim that an individual can live on Rs 17,000 to Rs 18,000 a month, saying it is not backed by scientific data.
He stated that recent fuel price hikes had intensified inflation and living costs. Premadasa also warned that the departure of professionals, including doctors and engineers, placed the country at risk.
Premadasa further accused the government of violating democratic and human rights through proposed security legislation, while criticizing alleged disrespect shown toward the Buddhist clergy.
