Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi has publicly announced her decision to back President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who is running as an independent candidate in the forthcoming Presidential Election. This endorsement comes in response to the appeals of numerous Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) members and supporters from the Ratnapura District, who have urged her to support Wickremesinghe.
Wanniarachchi’s decision reflects a strategic move within the SLPP as the party navigates its position in the election. Her support is expected to bolster Wickremesinghe’s campaign, especially in the Ratnapura District, which is a significant electoral region. The backing from a prominent minister underscores the shifting dynamics within the SLPP and could influence the party’s support base in the lead-up to the election.
