Batticaloa MP calls on local councils to oppose proposed security laws

Batticaloa district MP Gnanamuththu Srineshan has called on local councils to pass resolutions opposing the government's proposed anti-terrorism and organised-crime prevention laws. He said opposition should be raised through elected councils as well as Parliament, public meetings and diplomatic channels.

Srineshan said none of Batticaloa's local authorities was governed by a pro-government administration and expressed hope that all 12 councils in the district would oppose the measures. His comments were a call for action, not confirmation that the councils had already adopted resolutions.

The MP accused the state of abusing the earlier Prevention of Terrorism Act and criticised the government's approach to the replacement proposals. These were his allegations and political assessment. He said he had a responsibility to explain his concerns to foreign embassies and international partners providing assistance to Sri Lanka.

He also asked journalists to bring the issue before local authorities, saying warnings about the bills should be raised in Parliament, council meetings, public debate and international discussions.