He said that they had witnessed how the media was being used to give false publicity and incorrect information. Attempts are also being made to publicize that there is a threat to national security in the country. But he assured that the President will not take any action to harm the unity of the country. He is a person who has gained experience in all these matters. He is also a person who shouldered the responsibility of the Government’s Defence Ministerial portfolio in destroying the terrorist leader. The Deputy Minister said it is not only the obligation of the State Media but also all media establishments to strengthen the state. The media should act with responsibility in respect to National Security.

The Deputy Minister was addressing a workshop held at the Information Department themed “The task of Media Secretaries in National Development.” It was jointly organized by the Media Ministry and the Information Department.

Among those who joined in it were Director General of Government Information Dr. Darshani Gunatilake, Secretary of the Mass Media Ministry Karunaratne Paranavithana and Presidential Media Director Dharmasri Bandara. Veteran media personalities Lal Hemantha Mawalage and Thimbiriyagama Bandara delivered addresses on the use of electronic and print media for attractive publicity.

Giving his views on the occasion Secretary to the Ministry of Mass Media Karunaratne Paranavithana mentioned that they could not move the Right to Information Bill in Parliament. He was optimistic that it could soon be enacted. He said that all possible action is being taken to discharge the positive initiative in good governance.