Petitions filed against 22nd Amendment

• The Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Women's Wing has filed a petition before the Supreme Court challenging the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution, arguing it could impact judicial independence and require a public referendum for approval.2
• The SLFP Women's Wing, represented by Anuradha Lakmini Gurugé, contends that the amendment might affect judges currently serving in office.2
• Meanwhile, singer Iraj Weeraratne along with four others have also filed a petition challenging the 22nd Amendment Bill before the Supreme Court, citing concerns about judicial independence and freedom of expression.3
• National People's Power (NPP) Parliamentarian Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi has filed a supporting petition for the proposed amendment before the Supreme Court, arguing it does not infringe on people's sovereignty or judiciary independence.1
• The government is prepared to proceed with constitutional reforms and comply with any direction from the Supreme Court regarding the need for a referendum.1

1 NewsWire English · 2 Ada Derana · 3 Asian Mirror