Now, FSP claims Gota’s educational reforms more democratic than JVP’s

The Frontline Socialist Party (FSP), an offshoot of the JVP, has lambasted educational reforms proposed by the JVP-led NPP government, claiming it is less democratic and transparent than the reform efforts pursued during former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s administration.

FSP Education Secretary Pubudu Jagoda, speaking on Power Hour, a YouTube podcast hosted by Gemunu Jayantha Wanninayake on Saturday, accused the government of failing to present a public draft of its education reform proposals.

“Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s administration, for all its flaws, at least published a draft proposal for reforms. This government has not. If such a document exists, why can’t they release it to the public?” Jagoda asked. “What we’re seeing now is not a democratic process.”

Jagoda also pointed to contradictory statements made by government figures regarding the fate of underpopulated schools. “The President has stated that schools with low attendance will be shut down.

Meanwhile, the Prime Minister insists that such decisions must follow careful study and consultation. Other ministers remain silent. This shows there is no coherent plan or unified direction.”

He further alleged that the current government is quietly continuing reform policies, initiated under Gotabaya Rajapaksa and later supported by President Ranil Wickremesinghe. “There is a growing suspicion that this government is simply rebranding old proposals. That’s likely the reason they are keeping their plans out of public view.”

Jagoda called on the government to release its proposals and engage in open dialogue with all stakeholders, warning that a lack of transparency could erode public trust in the reform process.

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