Sri Lanka, May 4 -- Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organizer Namal Rajapaksa today alleged that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was attempting to influence judicial matters through political platforms, claiming decisions were being signalled during May Day events linked to the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP).

Addressing the media in Kalutara, Namal said it became evident during May Day proceedings that key decisions were being communicated from the JVP raising concerns over the separation of powers.

"We only learned on May Day that decisions are being made from the JVP platform. If the President believes he can deliver court rulings in such a manner while ignoring public concerns, we will respond accordingly," he said. ...