Srilanka, Nov. 13 -- A Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Pradeshiya Sabha member lodged a complaint with the Police, stating the Chairman of the Arachchikattuwa Pradeshiya Sabha insulted her by saying, "Donkey, leave." ("Booruwa, methanin yanawa")

The member who filed the complaint is Nikini Ayodya, an SJB representative on the Arachchikattuwa Pradeshiya Sabha. According to the complaint, the member went to the official chamber to resolve an issue regarding the identity cards since identity cards for the council members were issued at the Pradeshiya Sabha yesterday (12),

The Chairman then allegedly verbally abused her in a derogatory manner over her vote against the budget.

When questioned about the matter, S. J. M. Jayaratne, the Chairman ...