The fate that awaits blue-eyed boys
Thursday 13th August, 2026 Power politics is often seen as devoid of scruples anywhere in the world. More so in this country, where politicians are so self-seeking that they do not hesitate to safeguard their interests at the expense of others. Instances abound where state officials ruined their careers and reputations by aligning themselves with […]
The fate that awaits blue-eyed boys in Sri Lanka is one of political manipulation and misuse. Politicians from various factions and parties have exploited their positions to further their own interests, often at the expense of their fellow officials and the public trust. Former Attorney General Mohan Peiris, for instance, was used by the Mahinda Rajapaksa government following the removal of Chief Justice Dr. Shirani Bandaranayake, only to be removed himself in the 2015 regime change.
Similarly, the JVP-led NPP government is ignoring the Bar Association of Sri Lanka's (BASL) position that the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution may undermine judicial independence. Other victims include former IGP Pujith Jayasundera and former Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando, who were appointed and subsequently dismissed by the Yahapalana government due to their inability to prevent the Easter Sunday terror attacks.
These officials were left with no recourse when faced with repercussions for their actions. The current administration's appointment of retired police and military personnel to key positions serves as a reminder for them to remain wary of political machinations and avoid becoming pawns in the hands of the incumbent government.
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