Much More to Be Done to Eradicate Underworld: Sarath Fonseka
Colombo, November 5 (Daily Mirror) — Former MP and Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka stated that more efforts are needed to completely eliminate the underworld network in Sri Lanka.
"Arresting individuals such as Madush and Kehelbadara Padme will not end the underworld. There is still much more to do," Fonseka told journalists.
He emphasized that dismantling the underworld is not an impossible mission and can be achieved with sustained determination.
"The present government appears committed to eradicating the underworld, and I sincerely hope this goal will be realized soon," he added.
Public Reactions
- PunkaLatha commented that it would be a positive move if Fonseka joins the NPP to fight organized crime, suggesting that many wrongdoers could finally face justice.
- Lt. Danusha Siriwardene expressed support for Fonseka’s initiative, seeing it as a strong signal of change.
- Sam urged a tougher approach similar to Singapore’s model, including strict penalties, arguing that decisive action is necessary to save the country’s future generations from the drug menace.
Author’s Summary
The statement by Sarath Fonseka reignited public debate on combating organized crime, with citizens urging stronger action and unified political will to end the underworld’s influence.