Sajith Premadasa named Opposition Leader of 10th Parliament

November 21, 2024 10:42 am

The Speaker of Parliament Asoka Ranwala announced today (21) that President Anura Kumara Dissanayke has officially recognised Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Sajith Premadasa as the Leader of the Opposition.

The announcement was made during the inaugural session of the 10th Parliament, where the Speaker conveyed the President’s communications to the House.

Following this announcement, proceedings were adjourned until 11:30 a.m., when the President is scheduled to deliver the government’s policy statement to the Parliament.

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