Careless talk View(s):My dear Lal,I thought of writing to you when you became the focus of attention after your recent public comments, firstly about departed comrade Nandana and then more generally, saying that if anyone takes to politics and attacks you and your party, they should expect the same treatment in return. Not even Chamara Sampath, who said, “I don’t know English, I don’t know International Relations,” because we all know he is a rascal. Among the maalimaawa chaps, you have also mastered the art of getting your message across in as few words as possible. One wonders whether orders went out from Pelawatte that careless talk costs votes. That is what you should be saying bluntly to Anura sahodaraya, Lal!

Source: Sunday Times January 25, 2026 00:12 UTC