President Assures Full Legal Protection for the People of the North

• Anura should be ashamed of his threats toward the people of the North.

• Anura Must Apologize to Both the North and the South.

• Plans to Establish Jaffna as a Job Hub.

• Commitment to Safeguard Peace and Strengthen the Economy - President.

President Ranil Wickremesinghe assured that, under his leadership, the people of the North will be fully protected by the law. He criticized Anura Kumara Dissanayake for threatening the Northern population, accusing him of following JVP policies, and called for Dissanayake to apologize to both the Tamil people of the North and the people of the South for his remarks during his visit to the region.

President Wickremesinghe made these comments during a public rally in Udupitti, Jaffna, held on the 7th to gather support for his candidacy in the upcoming presidential election. He outlined the government's initiatives for the development of the northern region and emphasized his commitment to delivering comprehensive development across all provinces by revitalizing the provincial council system.

In his address at the victory rally, President Ranil Wickremesinghe outlined several key initiatives for the North, stating:

"We are introducing an agricultural modernization program in the North to boost food production and strengthen the export economy. This will increase farmers' incomes, and we have also introduced a special loan system to support those engaged in modern agriculture.

We aim to increase the number of tourists visiting Sri Lanka to 5 million. To facilitate this, we have developed Palali Airport. The growth of tourism in this region will significantly enhance local livelihoods. We have also planned three tourist zones around Kankasanthurai, Paranthan, and Mankulam. Additionally, our goal is to transform Jaffna into a digital economic hub, creating employment opportunities locally rather than forcing residents to seek work elsewhere. The fishing industry here is also being expanded, and we are addressing the region's water issues through the 'River to Jaffna' program.

In the field of education, we are converting training colleges into professional colleges and adapting school education to meet the demands of 2040. These plans are central to the 'Puluwan Sri Lanka' manifesto, which I have presented.

We are strengthening the role of provincial councils. Large-scale development initiatives cannot be handled by the central government alone, so we have assigned key responsibilities to the provincial councils. This work is on-going.

I also want to address something else. My friend Anura Kumara recently visited Jaffna, where he made a troubling statement. He said, "When the people of the South are rallying for change, if you oppose that change, imagine the mood of the people in the South. Do you want Jaffna to be seen as opponents of that change?"

This is a clear threat and an attempt at coercion, a tactic often used by the JVP. As President, I guarantee that the people of the North will be fully protected by the law. The Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna should be ashamed of such threats, and we will not tolerate them. I urge Anura Kumara Dissanayake to apologize to the Tamil people of the North. He should also apologize to the people of the South for using them in his rhetoric.

Therefore, I ask everyone to vote for the gas cylinder on September 21 to safeguard both the economy and the peace of the country.

Minister Susil Premajayantha;

Two years ago, our nation faced a severe crisis, but through determination and strategic efforts, significant progress has been made. Today, the education system has been successfully restored. Despite previous disruptions caused by trade unions affiliated with the JVP, President Ranil Wickremesinghe has implemented measures to strengthen the education sector. His administration has delivered a substantial salary increase for government teachers and is set to grant 100,000 new teaching positions next year.

Looking ahead, we are optimistic about President Wickremesinghe’s re-election. Recent postal voting results indicate strong support for him, suggesting a promising outcome in the upcoming presidential election on the 21st.

Concerns have been raised about potential parliamentary dissolution following President Wickremesinghe’s swearing-in on the 22nd. However, it is important to note that he is committed to continuing the current government programs and passing next year's budget. This includes implementing the public sector salary increase starting January 1. No other candidate has proposed a plan to address the wage gap as effectively as President Wickremesinghe.

Voters should be wary of misleading survey results and social media claims from the opposition. President Wickremesinghe is poised to secure a majority in both the North and South, ensuring a strong mandate to drive forward his agenda for national progress.

Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva:

The people of the Jaffna District provide significant support for national politics in this country. We support President Ranil Wickremesinghe not to ensure the victory of an individual or a party but to save the nation. When the country was on the verge of collapse, he took on the challenge of rebuilding it. He never sought political gain but dedicated himself to rescuing the country and its people from disaster. This required making difficult decisions, and today, the people are reaping the benefits of those choices.

The country has returned to normalcy thanks to his correct political leadership. Even we can now engage in politics because of this. Two years ago, when the economy was collapsing, not only the people of the South but also those in the North suffered. Agriculture could not be properly managed. Today, you have access to fertilizer and gas, and a conducive environment for running your businesses has been established.

MP Angajan Ramanathan:  

In past elections, the people of Jaffna used their votes to support Ranil Wickremesinghe. This time too, the people of Jaffna have made their decision. While they had previously supported President Wickremesinghe, this will be my first time voting for him. Had President Wickremesinghe not taken charge, the country could have ended up in a state similar to Somalia. Therefore, we must stand with the leader who arrived at the crucial moment.

Hindu religious leaders, Eastern Province Governor Senthil Thondaman, the Chairman of the Jaffna District Farmers’ Association S. Thiyagaligam, and several local political leaders were present at this event.

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