A leadership coup is looming within the Samagi Jana Balawegaya as senior members express growing frustration with Sajith Premadasa’s decisions. Internal discussions to replace him are underway. Is his grip on the party slipping?
A storm appears to be brewing within the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), as internal sources reveal rising dissent among party seniors who are now reportedly discussing the replacement of party leader Sajith Premadasa. According to insider accounts, the dissatisfaction has reached a critical stage, with a growing faction of the party openly calling for a leadership change.
The root of the current crisis lies in the party’s strategy to assume control of the Colombo Municipal Council. It is understood that several prominent figures within the SJB have opposed the current leadership’s approach, sparking fresh internal disputes and calls for a reassessment of the party’s direction.
In addition to the municipal council issue, this dissident group has voiced concerns over strategic missteps made during the last presidential election. They argue that had the SJB contested as part of a broader alliance, the outcome could have been different and perhaps in their favor. This sentiment has only intensified calls for change at the top.
The group believes that the party can no longer afford to continue under its current leadership, citing missed opportunities and an inability to build stronger political coalitions. As a result, they are actively engaged in behind-the-scenes discussions about restructuring the party and appointing a new leader who can unify its ranks and chart a more effective path forward.
This unfolding situation has sent ripples through Sri Lanka’s political landscape, raising questions about the future of the SJB and whether Sajith Premadasa will survive the mounting rebellion.
