The JVP says President Maithripala Sirisena must now act on the No-Confidence Motion passed against Mahinda Rajapaksa and his government in Parliament.
Speaking to media, Leader of the JVP, Anura Kumara Dissanayake said despite being defeated by a No-Confidence motion in Parliament, Mahinda Rajapaksha faction continues to operate as a formally elected government.
He said following the approval of a No-Confidence Motion against a government, it no longer ceases to exist. MP Anura Kumara Dissanayake added a new cabinet must be appointed to replace the purported government-led by Mahinda Rajapaksa.
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A No-Confidence Motion against Mahinda Rajapaksa and his government was passed in Parliament.
Patali Champika Ranawaka speaking to media said the motion was passed with a majority during this afternoon’s parliamentary session.
He said Parliamentarian MA Sumanthiran proposed to suspend standing orders in the house. He said subsequently the motion was passed with a majority.
