Former Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has made the first payment of 15 million Sri Lankan Rupees as compensation to the victims of the Easter terror attacks in 2019. This payment comes ahead of the deadline set by Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court.
In January, Mr. Sirisena, aged 71, was ordered by the apex court to pay a total of 100 million Sri Lankan Rupees as compensation to the victims. The court held him responsible for negligence in preventing one of the country’s worst terror strikes, despite having credible information about the imminent attack.
The Easter terror attacks, which occurred in April 2019, targeted churches and luxury hotels, resulting in the loss of hundreds of innocent lives and causing widespread devastation. The court’s decision to hold Mr. Sirisena accountable for his failure to prevent the attacks reflects the gravity of the situation and the need for justice for the victims.
By making the first payment of compensation, Mr. Sirisena is fulfilling the court’s order and taking initial steps towards providing some relief and support to the victims and their families. The remaining amount of the compensation is expected to be paid in subsequent instalments.
The compensation payment serves as a recognition of the suffering and loss experienced by the victims and aims to provide them with financial assistance for their recovery and rebuilding their lives.
In conclusion, former Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena has made the first payment of compensation to the victims of the Easter terror attacks in 2019, as ordered by the Supreme Court. This step signifies a commitment to addressing the consequences of the attacks and supporting the affected individuals and families.
