Over 18 Southern UNP stalwarts to join Govt
Chaminda PERERA
Media Minister Lakshman Yapa Abeywardene yesterday said more than 18
UNP stalwarts consisting of a parliamentarians, Provincial Councillors
and Pradeshiya Sabha members will crossover to the Government during the
Southern Provincial Council election.
Addressing a press briefing at the Information Ministry, the Minister
said the people in the Southern province irrespective of their political
affiliations are prepared to support the Government at the forthcoming
Southern Provincial Council election.
These public representatives representing Matara, Hambantota and
Galle districts will strengthen the Government’s endevour to develop the
country in the aftermath of eradication of terrorism, he said. |