Bribery Commission Probes JVP's Alleged Sale of Public Frequencies

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption has initiated a preliminary investigation into allegations regarding the sale of a radio channel and public frequencies reportedly gifted by the Mahinda Rajapaksa government to the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) during the 2004/2005 regime.

The Civil Citizens' Struggle Movement had filed a formal complaint highlighting that public frequencies, allocated free of charge by the government, were allegedly sold for profit by the JVP. In response, the Bribery Commission sought a report from the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) to verify the claims.

Upon reviewing the findings of the TRCSL and details of the complaint, the Bribery Commission has decided to proceed with a preliminary investigation. The Civil Citizens' Struggle Movement has been informed of the progress in this matter.

This investigation underscores the Commission’s commitment to addressing corruption and ensuring accountability in the management of public assets. Further updates on the investigation are expected as proceedings continue.