A demonstration was staged near the Welikada Prison today calling for the release of inmates who have been behind bars for several years.
Politicians and family members of those who have been jailed over various charges took part in the demonstration.
The demonstration took place to coincide with the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture which falls today (26th June).
Protesters questioned the presidential pardon given to murder convict former MP Duminda Silva.
Silva was pardoned by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa this week and was set free.
“Presidential pardon for only those who have money and media power” Opposition MP Shanakiyan Rasamanickam questioned during the protest.(NewsWire)
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