Sri Lanka, June 12 -- The wife of Retired Major General Suresh Sallay, Manori Sallay, has made an urgent appeal for daily visits to her husband, warning that his health is deteriorating rapidly due to the ongoing hunger strike.

In a letter, addressed to The Criminal Investigation Department Director Shani Abeysekera, requesting immediate intervention, she stated that medical professionals at the National Hospital of Sri Lanka, where he is currently receiving treatment, indicated his condition may soon prevent him from communicating effectively.

Investigating officers have reportedly restricted visits by his legal counsel to Wednesdays.

The letter argues that daily 15-minute visits are essential. "Counsel is in a unique position to advi...