New Public Security Minister vows to end police politicisation

Colombo, Nov 19 (Daily Mirror) - While assuring the public that tackling bribery and corruption will remain a priority, the new Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijayapala said today that he is committed to restoring the independence of the Sri Lanka Police, which he noted had been politicised under previous governments.

Ananda Wijayapala officially assumed duties as the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs today at the Ministry of Public Security in Battaramulla.

In his address, Minister Wijayapala acknowledged the steps already taken by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to free the Sri Lanka Police from political influence and reiterated his firm stance on ensuring the Sri Lanka Police remain impartial, fair and accountable to the public.

"We believe that for law and order to truly serve the people, the Sri Lanka Police must perform their duties without bias or political interference. We are committed to protecting the independence of the police and will provide an environment where they can serve the public impartially," he said.

Addressing concerns raised during the election campaign, Minister Wijayapala assured the public that tackling bribery and corruption will remain a priority. 

"During our campaign, we promised to take action against bribery and corruption, and we will deliver on that promise," he affirmed.