Opposition leader Mahinda Rajapaksa called on celebrants of Thai Pongal to go beyond religious differences while adding that during his political journey it was made a priority to carry out duties without discrimination.
Further Mr Rajapaksa said that as the Thai Pongal festival marks a new beginning he hopes that in future a political solution could be reached that allowed all people to live a united and peaceful life.
Former Speaker and NPP MP Asoka Ranwala was arrested today following a road accident in the Denimulla area of Sapugaskanda last night, police said.
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