Member of Parliament Lakmali Hemachandra, representing the National People’s Power (NPP), has admitted to instructing the police not to enforce a court order. Her admission came during a regional coordination committee meeting.
The MP made the revelation during a discussion concerning the eviction of unauthorized residents in the Narahenpita area. She stated that she had given instructions to the police and reached an agreement with them on the matter.
However, Deputy Minister Sunil Watagala, who intervened at the meeting, firmly stated that the government would not interfere in the implementation of court processes.
Hemachandra’s directive to the police to disregard a court order has sparked significant controversy. Reports indicate that a group of opposition activists is preparing to take legal action against her for contempt of court. They have announced their intention to file a complaint under the ‘Contempt of Court, Tribunal or Institution Act, No. 8 of 2024’.
