In a surprise move, Sri Lankan opposition lawmaker Chaminda Wijesiri tendered his resignation from Parliament, effective Tuesday, January 9, 2024.
Chaminda Wijesiri represents the Samagi Jana Balavegaya in Parliament.
Wijesiri, delivered a statement to the Parliament, formally announcing his decision and requesting Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena to accept his letter of resignation.
MP Wijesiri said he is giving up active politics as well. “I don’t have any issue with SJB, though I am going out of politics,” he also said.