“Namal issues statament marking 50 Days in Prison"

COLOMBO (News 1st): MP Namal Rajapaksa who is currently in remand custody says that while prison walls surround him, a “wall of people” stands beyond them. 

In a statement issued by MP Namal Rajapaksa marking 50 days of his imprisonment, he says that efforts to keep him behind bars reflect pressure exerted by certain groups.

He also says his status as the eldest son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa contributed to the situation.

Namal Rajapaksa further asserts that while he may be imprisoned, the aspirations of those who support his political camp cannot be confined.