All Ceylon Makkal Congress (ACMC) Leader Rishad Bathiudeen has raised concerns over the establishment of a liquor bar in Mannar, taking the matter to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
In a letter to the President, the ACMC Leader points out that the permit for the liquor bar had been provided for political advantage and that it was granted by the former government.
He further highlights that the said liquor bar has been established on the main road in Mannar close to schools, garment factories, and residential areas.
Stating that area residents had staged a protest against the liquor bar as recently as last month, the former MP pointed out that despite protest no action has been taken by the authorities.
“I kindly request you to intervene in this matter and take the necessary steps to cancel the permit for this liquor bar. The well-being of the residents, particularly the young students and workers in the area, must be prioritised, and we trust in your commitment to ensure that justice and fairness prevail,” Bathiudeen said in his letter to the President. (Newswire)