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A Political Investment for Colombo: For Progress, People, and the Possibilities

My vision for the Colombo District and its citizens is rooted in three core values: Liberty, Equity, and Justice. These principles are not merely ideals; they form the foundation of a society where every individual—regardless of socioeconomic background, gender, birthplace, profession, or beliefs—can succeed and prosper without facing political or policy-based discrimination. Many feel their political aspirations have been overlooked or exploited over the past 75 years. Now is the time to break this pattern. It’s time to choose a representative who genuinely embodies your vision and goals for Colombo—a representative who values your vote and commits to real change. My political vision, based on the enduring values of Liberty, Equity, and Justice, is an investment in Colombo’s future, promising positive transformation.

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Priorities for a Secure Colombo District

  • Youth and Children-Friendly Governance: Empowering Children and Youth - Our Greatest Asset and Hope
  • Building Colombo as a Healthy District by Managing Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) through Improved Inclusive Lifestyle Literacy
  • Urban Planning to Build Colombo as a Sustainable and Culturally Vibrant District with Access for All
  • Bridging Social Disparities Through Education

Youth and Children-Friendly Governance: Empowering Children and Youth - Our Greatest Asset and Hope

Children and young people are our most valuable asset and our hope for a brighter future. They are not only tomorrow’s leaders but also an investment in our present. By ensuring their safety, health, and confidence, we are laying the foundation for a prosperous future for all.
As a policymaker, I am dedicated to addressing the unique challenges faced by Generation Z and Generation Alpha in today’s world. I will work tirelessly to introduce laws and measures that protect, support, and empower them.

Mental Health as a National Priority

Challenge

Rising mental health issues among youth—exacerbated by isolation, pressure, and technology - demand urgent national attention.

Proposed Solution

Introduce legislation mandating mental health services in educational institutions, from schools to universities, ensuring access to counselors and regular screenings. Propose laws requiring workplaces to offer paid leave for mental health issues, treating them as equal to physical health. Advocate for national campaigns to destigmatize mental health challenges and encourage young people to seek help without fear of judgment.

Combatting Drug Addiction

Challenge

Drug addiction, particularly in urban areas like Colombo, is on the rise due to isolation, family disconnect, and lack of support systems. Existing rehabilitation services also face significant challenges.

Proposed Solution

Strengthen anti-drug laws, with a focus on increasing regulation around schools and youth centers to prevent drug access. Expand access to voluntary rehabilitation and community support services for youth. Promote preventive measures through awareness programs and provide alternative activities such as sports and arts. Destigmatize seeking professional help for overcoming addiction by highlighting success stories of recovery.

Strengthening Cyber Security and Legal Awareness

Challenge

The digital world presents new risks, including cyber abuse and the unintentional involvement of youth in illegal online activities.

Proposed Solution

Enforce stricter cyber security laws to protect children from online exploitation and harassment. Introduce mandatory digital literacy programs in schools to teach online safety, cyber-bullying awareness, and the legal implications of digital actions. Collaborate with technology companies to create safer online environments and implement robust monitoring of harmful content.

Bridging the Generation Gap

Challenge

Growing misunderstandings between Generation Z, Generation Alpha, and older generations are leading to societal and familial discord.

Proposed Solution

Implement national programs to promote intergenerational dialogue, fostering mutual understanding and respect. Advocate for workplace mentorship programs that encourage collaboration between senior and younger employees, creating a culture of learning and shared experiences. Support community initiatives that bring families and generations together through shared activities and communication. Address mental abuse in the workplace due to generational differences by extending labor laws to cover such issues comprehensively.

Protection and Empowerment of Young Women and Girls

Challenge

Young women and girls face a range of challenges, including harassment, intimidation, and limited opportunities. Ensuring their protection and providing the necessary support for their success is crucial. Additionally, certain women face greater injustices based on their social, economic, ethnic, or religious backgrounds. For example, women in rural areas of Colombo have fewer opportunities compared to those in urban areas. Muslim women also face legal limitations that restrict their rights compared to other women in the country. Furthermore, women living near coastal areas, along railway lines, and in estate communities encounter significant obstacles, from meeting basic needs to pursuing their goals. Therefore, when addressing the challenges faced by women, it is essential that resources are allocated and solutions developed with careful consideration of each woman’s unique social, economic, ethnic, and religious status.

Proposed Solution

  • Advocate for stronger legal protections for girls and women, including more severe penalties for gender-based violence and harassment.
  • Develop initiatives focused on empowering young women, such as leadership programs that encourage women to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), politics, and entrepreneurship.
  • Promote equal opportunities for women in education and employment, ensuring they have the same chances for advancement as men.
  • Address the challenges faced by female trainees and professionals who experience harassment in certain professions by establishing mandatory women's representation committees across all job sectors. These committees would have the authority to escalate such issues to the executive and legislative branches.
  • Update labor laws to address specific life events that impact women, such as pregnancy and childbirth, as well as socially and culturally constructed responsibilities like childcare and elderly care. These updates should ensure that such responsibilities do not hinder women's professional advancement. Additionally, I intend to consider the psychological and emotional changes women may experience during these events when crafting legislation.
  • Support the development of special programs that provide women with IT and digital literacy skills to help them overcome educational gaps in technology, particularly as technological advancements accelerate.
  • Advocate for legislation that ensures programs are in place to provide technological updates and training to female employees, especially as World Bank surveys indicate that women workers are at higher risk of job loss due to the adoption of artificial intelligence technologies.
With these initiatives, I am committed to creating a secure, inclusive, and prosperous future for Colombo - one where every citizen can thrive.

Building Colombo as a Healthy District by Managing Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) through Improved Inclusive Lifestyle Literacy

As someone who has lived with diabetes in Colombo for over ten years, I understand firsthand the immense challenges it presents. The impact of diabetes and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs) extends beyond physical well-being, affecting personal, professional, and interpersonal relationships. Unfortunately, NCDs, including diabetes, have become alarmingly common among young people, posing a serious threat to our country’s development. Diabetes, in particular, often leads to various other health complications including heart disease, resulting in loss of life and reduced productivity.

Healthy Food Access for Every Citizen

Challenge

In today’s fast-paced, competitive world, more young people are facing conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. However, our existing laws and societal structures have not adequately recognized these growing risks, failing to provide the necessary support. One of the biggest barriers to managing these conditions is the lack of accessible, affordable, and healthy food options. Many restaurants and low-cost food outlets have not yet grasped the extent of this challenge, forcing middle-income individuals to consume unhealthy foods due to the limited availability of healthier alternatives.

Proposed Solution

  • As a policymaker, I prioritize ensuring access to affordable, healthy food options for middle-income individuals managing non-communicable diseases. This includes collaborating with restaurants, cafes, and hotels to introduce menus that cater to people with special dietary requirements.
  • I aim to encourage businesses to offer healthier food options in areas where access to affordable, nutritious food is limited. Using my position as your representative, I will advocate for a national program that promotes restaurants and stores offering affordable healthy food options suited for busy lifestyles. This program would help middle-class individuals access nutritious meals that fit their schedules.
  • Through public-private partnerships, I will work with the private sector to increase access to affordable, healthy food across Colombo’s suburban and rural areas. This includes collaborating with supermarket and restaurant chains to provide special discounts on quality food, vegetables, and fruits, or establishing systems to deliver local farmers’ products directly to consumers.
  • Every citizen should have the right to pursue a healthy lifestyle, regardless of their economic status. Access to healthy food should be recognized as a basic right, not a luxury. I pledge to work on both policymaking and the practical implementation of this concept within the Colombo district.

Breaking Barriers to Physical Fitness through Wellness and Inclusive Fitness Literacy

Challenge

Physical fitness, along with healthy nutrition, plays a critical role in managing non-communicable diseases. However, fitness literacy, especially among the middle class, remains low. Activities like going to the gym or practicing yoga are often perceived as expensive luxuries, creating a social perception that fitness is inaccessible to ordinary people.

Proposed Solution

As part of my health policy, I strive to reduce barriers to physical fitness by ensuring that fitness programs are inclusive and accessible for all communities. I promote physical fitness in the following ways:

  • I encourage community-based fitness initiatives that provide free or low-cost access to activities such as yoga, walking clubs, and local gym facilities.
  • I work to make healthy lifestyles a social norm by promoting fitness programs in schools, workplaces, and communities.
A healthy body leads to better mental health, increased family happiness, and higher workplace productivity. These are not just personal benefits; they are collective advantages that contribute to the well-being and prosperity of the entire nation.

Combating Self-Image Devaluation and Harmful Beauty Enhancement Practices

Challenge

Dissatisfaction with body image and appearance is prevalent among teenagers and young adults. Commercial advertising, particularly on social media, exacerbates this issue, leading many young people to resort to dangerous and unhealthy methods to lose weight or enhance their appearance. Many are unaware of the long-term damage these practices can cause. Insecurities about body image often drive young people to use harmful substances, crash diets, and other risky methods that threaten their health.

Proposed Solution

  • As a policymaker, I will work to counter these harmful trends by promoting body positivity and encouraging safe, healthy weight management practices. I will advocate for state-sponsored awareness programs that highlight the dangers of quick-fix solutions. I plan to use my influence in parliament to ensure the government employs creative methods, including social media campaigns, to integrate these concepts into society and address this issue with urgency.
  • Having lived with diabetes in Colombo for over a decade, I know from personal experience that the most powerful tool in managing my condition is not merely rules or policies—it is self-confidence. From the moment I was diagnosed at a young age, I made a conscious effort to share my condition openly with others, whether in professional settings or among friends. By doing so, I gained the social support necessary to manage my diet and health effectively..
I am working to ensure that everyone has the right to live a healthy life, and I am taking steps to make this a reality. By promoting healthy lifestyles, we can control non-communicable diseases, thereby increasing individual happiness, efficiency, and productivity.
Ultimately, this will directly contribute to the development and prosperity of our country. A nation with healthy citizens is strong in every way. To make the right to life truly meaningful, we must also affirm the right to a healthy life. By prioritizing health, we can create a better future for all of us.

Building Colombo as a Healthy District by Managing Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) through Improved Inclusive Lifestyle Literacy

As the commercial and cultural hub of Sri Lanka, Colombo must serve all its residents, not just a privileged few. It should be an inclusive, active urban center that provides opportunities for all, regardless of socio-economic status or where they live. However, there are clear inequalities in access to urban facilities, preventing many communities from benefiting from the city’s growth. This lack of equitable access weakens residents’ sense of ownership and entitlement to their city.

Access to Resources and Opportunities for All

Challenge

Urban planning in Colombo must be designed so that all citizens, whether they live in the city center or its outskirts, have equal access to resources and opportunities. This includes the fair distribution of public services, infrastructure, and economic opportunities. As a policymaker, I focus on creating a city where every resident feels secure and has equal access to everything the city offers. This approach encompasses sectors such as education, healthcare, clean public spaces, and employment.

Proposed Solution

To ensure inclusivity, Colombo must become a place where everyone, regardless of their background, can participate in its prosperity. I will work to reduce inequalities in housing, transportation, and access to essential services, ensuring that no one is left behind. This will include creating community advisory boards to ensure that local voices are heard in the planning process and that solutions are tailored to the needs of diverse neighborhoods.

Reducing Traffic Congestion, Air Pollution, and Improving Quality of Life

Challenge

Physical fitness, along with healthy nutrition, plays a critical role in managing non-communicable diseases. However, fitness literacy, especially among the middle class, remains low. Activities like going to the gym or practicing yoga are often perceived as expensive luxuries, creating a social perception that fitness is inaccessible to ordinary people.

Proposed Solution

Addressing these issues requires a fundamental rethink of urban planning with a focus on sustainability. I will:

  • Advocate for urban development policies that ensure all communities have access to clean air, water, and public spaces while balancing economic growth and environmental conservation..
  • Support decentralizing development to distribute economic growth evenly across the district, thereby easing pressure on the city center.
  • Promote modern urban solutions such as public transport hubs, green spaces, and eco-friendly buildings that incorporate renewable energy sources.
  • Prioritize renewable energy and sustainable infrastructure by collaborating with private investors to create green jobs and enhance environmental health. This will not only reduce pollution but also stimulate the local economy.

A Sense of Ownership and Rights for Every Citizen

Challenge

To address this, I will promote urban planning policies that actively include marginalized communities, ensuring a fair redistribution of resources and economic opportunities throughout the city.
By attracting investors, expanding development projects, and establishing service hubs in diverse areas, I will foster a sense of dignity and ownership among all residents. Additionally, I will implement educational programs that teach residents about their rights and how to engage in local governance, empowering them to advocate for their needs and aspirations.
By prioritizing sustainable urban planning and inclusivity, we can create a Colombo that is not only vibrant and culturally rich but also a city where every citizen has the opportunity to thrive.

Proposed Solution

  • As a policymaker, I will work to counter these harmful trends by promoting body positivity and encouraging safe, healthy weight management practices. I will advocate for state-sponsored awareness programs that highlight the dangers of quick-fix solutions. I plan to use my influence in parliament to ensure the government employs creative methods, including social media campaigns, to integrate these concepts into society and address this issue with urgency.
  • Having lived with diabetes in Colombo for over a decade, I know from personal experience that the most powerful tool in managing my condition is not merely rules or policies—it is self-confidence. From the moment I was diagnosed at a young age, I made a conscious effort to share my condition openly with others, whether in professional settings or among friends. By doing so, I gained the social support necessary to manage my diet and health effectively..
I am working to ensure that everyone has the right to live a healthy life, and I am taking steps to make this a reality. By promoting healthy lifestyles, we can control non-communicable diseases, thereby increasing individual happiness, efficiency, and productivity.
Ultimately, this will directly contribute to the development and prosperity of our country. A nation with healthy citizens is strong in every way. To make the right to life truly meaningful, we must also affirm the right to a healthy life. By prioritizing health, we can create a better future for all of us.

Bridging Social Disparities Through Education

Challenge

Despite Sri Lanka’s free education system, deep inequalities persist at all levels of education. Students from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds often lack access to digital tools, modern curricula, and quality language education, which prevents them from competing equally with their peers.

Proposed Solution

Empowering Every Child with Digital and Language Skills:
  • I will advocate for policies that integrate IT and career-oriented skills into every school, ensuring that all students have the tools to compete in local and global markets.
  • I will work to provide equal access to digital resources for all students and address the challenges of digitization, including its effects on health and social interactions.
  • English language education will be made more accessible to ensure it becomes a tool for success, not a privilege.
Streamlining Early Childhood Education:
  • I will prioritize investments in early childhood education programs to ensure all children have access to quality preschool experiences that lay the foundation for lifelong learning.
  • Emphasizing play-based and holistic approaches in early learning can help cultivate critical thinking, creativity, and social skills, ensuring that every child is prepared for primary education.
  • I will advocate for training and support for early childhood educators to enhance the quality of instruction and care provided to our youngest learners.
Promoting Affordable, Quality Higher Education:

  • I support creating an inclusive higher education market that ensures affordable, high-quality tertiary education for all.

    • Attracting International Students: By opening our universities to international students, we can generate foreign exchange and improve educational standards, with the proceeds reinvested into our education system.

    Through these initiatives, we can empower every child, regardless of their background, to succeed in a globalized world. By prioritizing early childhood education alongside equitable access to resources, we can foster a more equal and inclusive Colombo, ultimately contributing to a brighter future for all our citizens.

    With these initiatives, I am committed to creating a secure, inclusive, and prosperous future for Colombo—one where every citizen can thrive. Together, we can build a district that offers meaningful opportunities, respects diversity, and supports every individual’s right to a healthy, fulfilling life.

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