A bold investigative journalist who challenged power and reshaped Sri Lanka’s political media landscape has fallen silent, leaving behind a legacy of courage, truth, and uncompromising journalism.
Journalist Darshana Handungoda, widely known as the face of SL Deshaya, has passed away at the age of 55. A respected pioneer in investigative journalism, Handungoda earned national recognition for his hard hitting political analysis and fearless reporting. Through his influential political vlogs, he challenged authority, exposed corruption, and gave voice to public accountability in Sri Lanka’s media space. His work reshaped digital political commentary and inspired a new generation of journalists to pursue truth without fear. Darshana Handungoda’s passing marks a significant loss to Sri Lankan journalism and public discourse.
