Dhammika Perera made this statement while speaking to the media outside Parliament.

"I came here to serve the country. Prior to taking oaths in parliament, I handed over my assets and liabilities declaration to the Speaker. I also handed over my tax clearance certificate to the Speaker. I hope a change will take place from there. I came to parliament because there is a problem in the country and now my task is to find a solution to this crisis. I am confident I can do that and emerge victorious. I hope I am given a good ministry. But whatever ministry is given to me I will do my best because I came here to take on that responsibility and serve the country. It is good to come in when there are challenges. Even a river is most attractive when it flows rapidly.”