During a parliamentary session, SJB MP Harshana Rajakaruna raised concerns over a statement made by former JVP MP K.D. Lalkantha, suggesting the potential imparting of judicial powers to JVP members at the village level. Rajakaruna underscored the seriousness of the situation, emphasizing that as law-abiding citizens, there is genuine fear regarding such assertions. He played an audio tape of Lalkantha’s statement in Parliament, further highlighting the issue.
Despite attempts to downplay Lalkantha’s statement by NPP MP Harini Amarasuriya, Rajakaruna stressed the clarity of the audio tape, indicating the concerning nature of the remarks. The fear stems from the prospect of non-judicial entities assuming judicial powers, which could undermine the rule of law and legal processes at the grassroots level. Rajakaruna’s remarks in Parliament reflect broader apprehensions within the political sphere regarding the potential implications of such statements on governance and democratic principles.
The exchange in Parliament underscores the importance of upholding legal norms and ensuring the separation of powers within the judicial system. It also highlights the role of parliamentary discourse in addressing concerns and holding public representatives accountable for their statements and proposed actions. Moving forward, there may be increased scrutiny and debate surrounding the issue, as stakeholders seek to clarify intentions and safeguard the integrity of the legal framework.