Colombo: Former cricketer Arjuna Ranatunga has said that Sri Lankan players playing in the IPL should step away from it and come forward to support the country.
Economic crisis …
The economic crisis in Sri Lanka is getting worse day by day. Rising prices and shortages of essential commodities have revolutionized the living conditions of the people. Default is paralyzed across Sri Lanka due to fuel shortages, multi-hour power cuts, factory closures and workers’ strikes.
Series of struggles …
In the wake of the economic crisis in Sri Lanka, there have been widespread protests demanding the resignation of both Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and President Gotabhaya Rajapaksa. Following this, Mahinda Rajapaksa appealed to the people to keep calm and to stop taking to the streets to resolve the crisis.
Nothing to speak of …
In this context, Sri Lankan soldiers Vanindu Hasaranga and Banuka Rajapaksa have expressed their support for the ongoing struggle against the economic crisis. Meanwhile, former cricketer and minister Arjuna Ranatunga told reporters that some cricketers are playing in the IPL. They said nothing about our country. People are afraid to speak out against the government.
Have the courage …
These cricketers serve on the Cricket Board under the Ministry. They are trying to retain their jobs.Some young cricketers are leaving statements in support of the struggle. He also said that they should come forward. When something goes wrong, you need to have the courage to come out and talk about it, without thinking about your business. Why did you not take part in the struggles? As people ask me.
The biggest strength …
I have only been in politics for the last 19 years. This is not a political issue either. So far, neither political parties nor politicians have been involved in the struggles. He said that was the greatest strength of the people of this country.