Prof. Channa Jayasumana, a leading academic who has done extensive research into the kidney disease in Rajarata, speaks about Glyphosate and its impact on the spread of the disease. Also, he compares the disease pattern in Sri Lanka and India. Excerpts of the interview: 

• Describes how international scientist research corroborates his finding  

• Throws light on disease pattern in India and Sri Lanka

 Q  How do you view the move to ban the use of weedicide called ‘Glyphosate? 
It is an unwise proposal. The ban on Glyphosate should not be lifted due to any reason.  

 Q  How do you support your argument that this particular agro-chemical was responsible for kidney disorders?
I have to emphasise Glyphosate is linked to disease but it is not the sole cause. For the first time in 2013, we produce epidemiological evidences to show glyphosate