
Dr. Kaushalya Ariyarathne, an MP representing the National People’s Power (NPP), has lodged a complaint with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) over the spread of false information about her on social media.
In her complaint, Dr. Ariyarathne highlighted that the fake news includes personal attacks and baseless claims aimed at tarnishing her reputation. She urged the authorities to investigate and take legal action against those responsible for spreading the misinformation.
The MP condemned the attacks, describing them as a deliberate attempt to discourage women from participating in politics. “If anyone thinks these cheap tricks will stop women from joining politics, they are wrong. These tactics won’t harm the government—try harder!” she asserted.
Dr. Ariyarathne reaffirmed her commitment to public service and encouraged women to actively engage in political leadership despite such challenges.