Sri Lanka, Feb. 8 -- A group of members of the opposition of the Gampaha Pradeshiya Sabha has alleged that three councilors who were elected representing the National People's Power (NPP) have committed financial fraud by carrying out government contracts in their own names.

Addressing a media briefing, the opposition councilors stated that under the Local Government Ordinance, it is prohibited for a Pradeshiya Sabha member to engage in contract work.

They further pointed out that obtaining money through such contracts is a reason for the annulment of a councilor's seat. Opposition members said they have also lodged a complaint with the Governor of the Western Province regarding the incident.

They also stated at the media briefing that...