Why is this happening (English)

Yesterday (16), R. Duminda Silva was admitted to a general cell in the Welikada Prison as per medical recommendations, and the relevant information and photographs of the ward have been released to the media as well.

Prison Commissioner (media spokesperson) Gamini B. Dissanayake says that a certain group has been releasing false news on social media recently, claiming that special facilities have been provided to R. Duminda Silva, who was receiving treatment as an inpatient at the Welikada Prison Hospital, in a manner that is defaming the Prisons Department.

The prison media spokesperson states that after presenting every inmate who falls ill in the prison to the prison doctor, a decision is made as to whether or not to refer the inmate to the prison hospital for inpatient treatment, and that the patient is referred to a government hospital for further treatment based on the doctor’s recommendations.

The media spokesperson further stated that although media releases have been issued regarding this prisoner on various occasions, instances of false propaganda being made to mislead the public for the personal purposes of certain individuals are observed.

However, the prisoner in question has now completed his inpatient treatment at the prison hospital and has been admitted to a general ward of the Welikada Prison.

The Criminal Investigation Department called former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa today (17) to make a statement over ill-gotten wealth.

Manusha Nanayakkara, the former minister, has also been called to the Criminal Investigation Department today (17) to answer questions about ill-gotten money.

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Gayantha Karunathilaka, the main organizer of the opposition, announced his party’s willingness to collaborate with any non-corrupt entity to build a unified platform and reach a consensus.

He stressed the SJB’s commitment to uniting all anti-government forces in response to the immense pressure faced by the Sri Lankan people.

Karunathilaka criticized the government for failing to deliver on its pre-election promises, citing the increased cost of vehicles as a good example. He further accused the government of deceiving the people, highlighting the severe nationwide rice shortage.

Finally, Karunathilaka asserted the SJB’s role as the leading opposition party, according to public perception, and promised to provide leadership in uniting all anti-government factions and working towards a shared goal.

He expects a growing number of government critics and plans to consolidate this opposition under the SJB’s leadership.

Sunil Watagala, Deputy Minister of Public Security for Sri Lanka, declared the government intention to start impeachment procedures against Nissanka Bandula Karunaratne, President of the Court of Appeal.

Watagala verified the gathering of the required signatures for the impeachment motion.

Further action will be decided, he said, depending on an inquiry into allegations that Judge Karunaratne might resign before his planned retirement in few days.

The impeachment process will only start should Judge Karunaratne not follow expected retirement schedule.