IGP’s remarks violated MP Jagath Withana’s privileges : Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa says the statement made by the Inspector General of Police (IGP) regarding MP Jagath Withana has violated both his civil and parliamentary privileges. Premadasa charged that the IGP’s remarks, which implied links between the MP and underworld figures, demonstrate how the police have become “highly politicized,” with certain investigations now being turned into political and media spectacles. He said the IGP’s comments have placed serious challenges before MP Withana in carrying out his duties both inside and outside Parliament, and stressed that such irresponsible statements by a public officer have undermined the rights of an elected…

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