All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) leader Rishad Bathiudeen emphasized the urgent need for constructive governance in Sri Lanka, particularly in light of the country’s economic challenges.
Addressing the parliament on Thursday (23), he criticized the current government’s focus on blaming previous administrations rather than addressing pressing issues, urging lawmakers to act wisely to avoid further economic turmoil.
Bathiudeen expressed concern that the current government, led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, is spending excessive time on disparaging past governments instead of focusing on solutions for a “Clean Sri Lanka.”
He highlighted that the electorate’s choice of the current leadership was driven by a desire for change and effective governance.
The MP warned that without prudent decision-making, Sri Lanka risks falling into a deeper economic crisis despite its abundant resources.
He underscored the importance of collaboration and strategic planning to leverage the country’s assets for economic recovery.
Connectivity project with India
Bathiudeen stressed the significance of India as a key partner for Sri Lanka, particularly in terms of economic support and connectivity.
He noted the absence of discussions regarding road connectivity during the President’s recent visit to India, specifically referencing the proposed bridge between Sri Lanka and India, which had been a topic of previous administrations.
Furthermore, Bathiudeen highlighted the potential benefits of enhanced connectivity with India, including economic growth and tourism development.
He pointed out that a bridge connecting Sri Lanka to India could facilitate travel and trade, benefiting both nations and improving livelihoods, especially in the Northern regions of Sri Lanka.
To illustrate the potential benefits of such initiatives, he also cited successful international examples of infrastructure projects, such as the bridge between Bahrain and Saudi Arabia and the Channel Tunnel between France and England.
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