Opposition MP S. M. Marikkar has questioned whether it is necessary to report to the Presidential Commission appointed to probe substandard coal imports, citing a recent statement made publicly by JVP Secretary General Tilvin Silva.
Marikkar played a video to the media in which Silva claimed the Commission would clear the government of allegations within three months.
The MP pointed out that while the President has appointed the Commission for a six‑month duration, Silva is already suggesting that charges will be dismissed in three months.
“Tilvin Silva has already given the verdict. Despite the President appointing the commission for six months, Silva is speaking as if the commission has already delivered its verdict, claiming they will be free of charges in three months,” he said.
Marikkar further noted that Silva has hinted that former Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody will be released from all charges related to the coal imports, questioning whether reporting to the Commission is even required.
He added that with time remaining until May 22 to provide information, Silva’s remarks were undermining the credibility of the Commission. (Newswire)