Anura Kumara Dissanayake, the presidential candidate of the National People’s Power (NPP), has emerged victorious in the 2024 Presidential Election and is set to be sworn in as the 9th Executive President of Sri Lanka tomorrow morning, September 23.
Dissanayake’s win marks a significant turning point in Sri Lankan politics as he prepares to take on the nation’s highest office, succeeding President Ranil Wickremesinghe. His leadership is anticipated to usher in a new era of governance, with the promise of reforms and renewed focus on uniting the country across ethnic and political lines.
The swearing-in ceremony, expected to take place in Colombo, will mark the official beginning of Dissanayake’s five-year term as President, where he is tasked with addressing pressing challenges including economic recovery, political stability, and national unity.
Having campaigned on a platform of change and grassroots engagement, his win signals a shift in the political landscape, with many looking forward to how he will steer Sri Lanka during these critical times.
