A special political discussion was held yesterday afternoon (Jan. 30) in Colombo under the patronage of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe. The meeting, convened at Mr. Wickremesinghe's request, saw the participation of several prominent political figures, including those who supported him in the last presidential election.

Among the attendees were Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Members of Parliament (MPs) Mano Ganesan and Palani Thigambaram, alongside other notable political figures such as former Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardana, Udaya Gammanpila, Anura Priyadharshana Yapa, Duminda Dissanayake, Kanchana Wijesekera, Sagala Ratnayaka, and Wajira Abeywardana.

The discussions, though not publicly detailed, are believed to have focused on key political issues and potential strategies moving forward in the current political landscape. The meeting underscores continued political activity among various leaders in Sri Lanka, especially within the context of the country's evolving political situation.