AKD declared as winner at 9th Presidential Elections

Presidential candidate of National Peoples’ Power Anura Kumara Dissanayake was declared as the winner of the 9th Presidential elections at the Election Commission this evening. 

The announcement came soon after the final results were declared. Accordingly, Mr Dissanayake received 5,740,179 votes (42.31 per cent) while SJB candidate Sajith Premadasa obtained 4,530,902 votes (32.76 per cent). Independent candidate Ranil Wickremsinghe received 2,299,767 (17.2 per cent).

Since any of the candidates failed to secure fifty per cent of the votes, the second preference count was called. Mr Dissanayake received 105,264 votes while Mr Premamdasa received 167,867 votes. 

Mr  Dissanayake addressing the gathering  declared that it was the end of an era marked by fear and uncertainty.

He assured the public that his leadership would focus on building a peaceful environment where all citizens could live freely and securely.

Mr. Dissanayake called on the people to join hands with his government to bring about meaningful change in the country.

He emphasized his commitment to strengthening Sri Lanka’s economy, promising that his administration would take the necessary steps to restore economic stability and growth.

He said his  vision for the country includes creating opportunities for all citizens and ensuring that Sri Lanka can emerge from its current challenges stronger than ever.

In a show of political unity, Opposition Leader and SJB presidential candidate Sajith Premadasa pledged his support to the newly elected president.

Mr. Premadasa expressed his willingness to work together to sustain democracy, emphasizing the importance of cooperation for the nation’s progress.