Colombo – A clash has erupted between President Ranil Wickramasinghe and opposition leader Sajith Premadasa over securing the same venue for their final presidential election campaign rallies. Both leaders have set their sights on the prime location near the Elphinstone Theatre in Maradana, causing a tense standoff between the two major parties.
The situation became more complicated when Premadasa, leader of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya, reportedly reserved a spot near the Tower Theatre, a mere 100 meters away from President Wickramasinghe’s desired venue. The police have expressed concerns over the logistics of separating the two events, given the close proximity and the potential security risks.
The race for this crucial space reflects the intensity of the ongoing election campaign, with both candidates vying to make a final impact before voters head to the polls. How this venue dispute will be resolved remains to be seen, but it adds another layer of drama to an already heated election.
