Jan 30 (FT) PM Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday requested the nation to be patient and “compassionate on delays here and there” during the implementation of the 100-day program. Praising constructive criticism, he said: “Some criticise the 100-day program. We welcome your criticism and respect your opinion. It is true that there has been a delay of a day or two to deliver some promises but it is important to consider the correct delivery made at least a day or two later.