September 12, Colombo (LNW): Public Security Minister Tiran Alles has firmly dismissed rumours that government ministers are securing visas to leave Sri Lanka following the upcoming Presidential election.
Addressing the media during his visit to the Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy yesterday (11), Alles revealed that he already holds a visa allowing him to reside in any country for up to ten years, making it unnecessary for him to obtain any additional visas after the election.
Responding to media questions about reports suggesting that 80 ministers had obtained visas to flee the country after the election, Alles downplayed the claims, noting that they were likely baseless remarks made during the heat of an election campaign.
He pointed out that it is common for various unverified statements to surface during such periods, especially from opposition members.
The minister further expressed confidence that no one would have any reason to leave the country post-election.
Alles’ statement comes at a time when political tensions are running high, with public discourse often fuelled by speculation and misinformation.
