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SLFP celebrates 73rd anniversary

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9 months ago

September 2, 2024

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Today marks the 73rd anniversary of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), a significant milestone for the political entity established on this day in 1951 under the leadership of S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike.
Known for its centrist stance, the SLFP has played a pivotal role in the nation’s political landscape.

Five years after its inception, the SLFP, with the support of the Mahajana Eksath Peramuna emerged as a formidable force.

In 1956, S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike ascended to power as the fourth Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, uniting key societal groups including doctors, teachers, farmers, and workers.

His tenure was marked by the nationalization of businesses and economic centers previously under multinational companies, and the designation of Sinhala as the official language.

Over the decades, the SLFP and allied left-wing parties have governed Sri Lanka for more than 30 years.

Following the establishment of the executive presidential system, the SLFP produced two presidents who collectively held office for 21 years.

The party also led the country in abolishing Dominion status and establishing Sri Lanka as a republic.

Notably, the SLFP was led for 41 years by Sirimavo Bandaranaike, the world’s first female Prime Minister, further cementing its legacy in Sri Lankan politics.

(News1st)

(This story, originally published by News1st has not been edited by SLM staff)

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03 vehicles collide at railway crossing

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13 hours ago

May 21, 2025

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03 vehicles have collided at the Merawala railway crossing on the Chilaw-Colombo main road.

The accident occurred at around 6.25 a.m. this morning (May 21) when a van, which had stopped behind a fuel bowser at the Chilaw Marawala railway crossing while it was closed for train traffic, was rear-ended by a prime mover transporting cement.

The prime mover had been unable to stop due to brake failure.

The van involved in the accident sustained significant damage and Chilaw Police are currently conducting further investigations.

(Pic: Accident 1st)

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Ramith Rambukwella arrives before CIABOC

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14 hours ago

May 21, 2025

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Ramith Rambukwella – son of former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella arrived at the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) earlier today (May 21) to record a statement.

Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali yesterday (May 20) ordered the further remand of Keheliya Rambukwella until June 03, following his arrest by the CIABOC over 03 complaints related to alleged corruption.

The court also granted permission to name Ramith Rambukwella as a suspect in the case.

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Mahindananda seeks permission for home cooked meals

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14 hours ago

May 21, 2025

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Former Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage, who is currently in remand custody, has submitted a written request to prison authorities seeking permission to receive food from his home.

He is currently being held at the “M 2” ward of the Colombo Remand Prison along with around 10 other prisoners, according to reports.

It is also reported that former minister Keheliya Rambukwella is being detained in the same ward.