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Dr.Deepika Udagama, Chairperson of Sri Lanka Human Rights Commission received threats,
allegedly due to the Human Rights Commission’s role in vetting process undertaken at the request of the Government of Sri Lanka and with the agreement of Sri Lanka Army. The threats against Dr. Udugama were made by Rear Admiral (Rtd) Sarath Weerasekara former Director General of the Civil Defense Force.Dr. Udagama, was also accused of working with NGOs to treacherously further the interests of the Tigers and Rear Admiral Weerasekera called for the death penalty for all traitors under
the rule of a patriotic government. Later the Prime Minister issued a press statement condemning this malicious attack, and also stated that threats of this nature, and publishing such irresponsible statements in print media is a serious concern. He also ordered Inspector General of Police to conduct
an investigation into the matter, and to ensure the safety of the staff of Human Rights commission