Sri Lanka’s retired Major General Suresh Sallay continues a fast-unto-death after authorities transferred him to Colombo National Hospital following detention. He now demands that the government move his case and detention from the Criminal Investigation Department (Criminal Investigation Department (Sri Lanka)) to an independent external police investigation unit that does not fall under the CID director’s supervision. His lawyer told media on Wednesday that Sallay will not end his hunger strike until the government issues an official written assurance.
Background of the Protest and Core Demand.
Sallay began his fast-unto-death after preventive detention during an ongoing investigation. He insists that authorities remove the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) from all handling of his case and assign it to an external investigative unit. He claims that CID control undermines fairness in the process and he refuses to accept any continuation of CID involvement. He sets a clear condition that the government must confirm the transfer of custody and investigation authority away from CID control. His legal team actively supports his demand and communicates his position to state officials without change.
Hospital Condition and Legal Access Updates.
Doctors at Colombo National Hospital continue to monitor Sallay’s health under close medical supervision. His lawyer informed journalists that authorities allowed restricted access for both family members and legal counsel. Officials permitted visits only for 15 minutes per session due to security protocols connected to the case.
The legal team continues discussions with government representatives and presses for a formal written decision on the requested investigation transfer. Sallay maintains his stance without compromise and refuses to end his hunger strike until authorities meet his stated condition.
