Sri Lanka's Anti-Graft Chief Dismisses Politics Allegations

Ranga Dissanayake, Sri Lanka's top anti-corruption official, refutes claims of his political involvement as a campaign to jeopardize his and the Commission's integrity. Emboldened by new laws, the Commission actively pursues cases mainly against opposition figures. Dissanayake emphasizes resource shortages affecting the Commission's effectiveness.

Ranga Dissanayake, the head of Sri Lanka's anti-corruption body, has firmly dismissed accusations of engaging in politics, describing them as baseless and intended to undermine his organization.

The Director General of the Commission to Investigate Bribery or Corruption asserts his role is to maintain the Commission's mission without bias. Since his appointment, several ex-politicians have been detained under the revitalized anti-corruption legislation.

Dissanayake denies allegations of political activity linked to the ruling NPP and highlights the scarcity of resources that challenges the Commission's effectiveness. Despite a workforce requirement of 967, current resources are significantly lower, with recruitment hampered by the Treasury.

(With inputs from agencies.)