Sri Lanka, April 18 -- The Energy Minister resigned from his post to avoid supporting investigations and due to intense public pressure. Colombo District Member of Parliament for Samagi Jana Balawegaya, S. M. Marikkar, states that the resignation, occurring just a week after the government defeated an opposition-led no-confidence motion, clearly demonstrates the government's defeat and serves as a victory for the people.

Speaking at a press conference held today (18) at the Opposition Leader's office in Colombo, the MP claims that the assertion of resigning to assist investigations is a blatant lie. He points out that the President and the Inspector General of Police belong to the same administration. While welcoming the appointment of a...