NPP secures over two-thirds majority in Parliament

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The NPP secured more than 2/3rds majority in Parliament, winning 159 seats.

141 of the seats were elected and 18 were through the National List.

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) trailing behind got 40 seats.

NPP- 159 seats
SJB- 40 seats
ITAK- 8 seats
New Democratic Front- 5 seats
SLPP- 3 seats
SLMC- 3 seats

Comments - 65

Nimal 1 Friday, 15 November 2024 02:07 PM

First thing to do, get rid of the horrendous executive presidency.

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RPBA Friday, 15 November 2024 06:21 PM

Many said they will, and yet here we are...

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sss Friday, 15 November 2024 11:47 PM

No like Lee qua Yu in Singapore . Anura as president should first lay a solid foundation that will not allow any demagogue to come to power unlike the last 80 odd years

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sathees Friday, 15 November 2024 02:12 PM

Now the people will be watching what AKD do with 2/3 majority!

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jayt Friday, 15 November 2024 08:57 PM

it is the begining of end of Sri lanaka!

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Dilakshan Seneviratne Saturday, 16 November 2024 03:17 AM

Yes, for those who ripped SL for so long.

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Kevin Friday, 15 November 2024 02:23 PM

Excellent outcome

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Good Times Friday, 15 November 2024 02:25 PM

What an amazing victory. Congratulations. Under the presidency of AKD, all Sri Lankans will have a bright future.

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Dakshini perera Friday, 15 November 2024 05:21 PM

Lets make Sri Lanka great again!

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M Fernando Friday, 15 November 2024 02:52 PM

Wonder whether grandfather will have the grace and dignity to congratulate a historic win(ner)or whether he will remain true to form. My bet is on the latter. Gas Cylinder was empty after all ...

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THANK YOU LORD FOR ANSWERING THE PRAYERS OF THE MAJORITY, WE ASK THAT YOU WORK IN THE MINDS OF ALL DECISION MAKERS AND GUIDE ANURA AND HIS TEAM THROUGH THE NEXT 5 YEARS. Friday, 15 November 2024 05:30 PM

M FERNANDO, NO IT WAS FULL OF GAS AND EXPLODED, BUT THE ONLY DAMAGE IT CAUSED WAS TO ALL THE CANDIDATES WHO WENT ALONG WITH RANIL FOR THE RIDE AND HOPE FOR A PLACE IN GOVT. THANKS TO ALL WHO JOINED IN PRAYER FOR A MIRACLE TO ENSURE A CHANGE IN POLITICS THAT WOULD BRING IN ANURA/NPP TO MAKE THE CHANGE. WE HOPE THAT ANURA/NPP AND HIS ADVISERS AND LEGAL TEAMS WORK TO IMPLEMENT ALL THE PROMISES IN HIS MANIFESTO.

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Rogue Friday, 15 November 2024 06:16 PM

We are better off if that loser says nothing, after all he has nothing positive to say.

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I've just woken up in Australia! Friday, 15 November 2024 02:56 PM

Is this a landslide or an earthquake?

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Grace Friday, 15 November 2024 03:13 PM

This is a silent revolution in the country's history where antiquated, manipulative and thieving politicians have been tought an unforgettable lesson.

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Benjamin George Friday, 15 November 2024 03:39 PM

Congratulations ❤️ This victory of NPP is not just a huge mandate but also a fiat of the people. End racism for good. God Save Srilanka

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The route of the cause Friday, 15 November 2024 09:12 PM

We all know that west is a much more progressive society than ours. Even there racism still exists. In SL too it is/will be the same. What's seen today is just an illusion like what happed just before independence in 1948. I doubt that illusion will last at best beyond the current generation, especially considering the population growth. If closely analysed, the population explosion is the route cause for every global conflict.

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Rakitha W Friday, 15 November 2024 03:51 PM

My prediction and the time stamp: ... Rakitha W Friday, 15 November 2024 03:41 AM ... If the same continues all over the island, they'd get around 175. When the the N and E scenario is taken in, they may get about 155. Is this possible?... (Forgot to type 'trend' in the original.)

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Lk Friday, 15 November 2024 04:20 PM

Sri Lankans have taught a political lessons not only to our political leaders but to the world .. it tells us with unity you can make a difference in any country and it tells us poeole power is stronger than any dictatorial politician and government,, this beautiful country has wisely used it mandate and now they the ball is in the hands of all those elected to work hard to take this country forward.. NPP has skills and knowledge and ability to do this .. let us all renew our loyalty to this country and nation ..

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John Stewart Friday, 15 November 2024 04:30 PM

This looks like the birth of a new country.

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Sam Silva Friday, 15 November 2024 06:17 PM

In order to be a birth of a new country, the people in the country need to change too and to help the government . Not to expect the government to do everything for you and to get free money from the government. The government needs to deliver all the promises that was made to the voters at the same time.

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jayt Friday, 15 November 2024 06:23 PM

sri lanka army faught for nothing!!!!

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Dilakshan Seneviratne Saturday, 16 November 2024 03:20 AM

80% of public servants including army voted for this government.

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A prosperous country Friday, 15 November 2024 05:25 PM

God Bless Mother Lanka! the country is saved now!

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Willows Drive Friday, 15 November 2024 05:53 PM

RW, MR, SPans yhe rest should tetire from politics

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Tissa Friday, 15 November 2024 06:06 PM

Hope absolute power will not corrupt absolutely!

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Dee Friday, 15 November 2024 06:07 PM

We are watching!

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Bye elitists Friday, 15 November 2024 06:21 PM

The country went from half bayiyo to true bayiyo. Not in an insulting way. bayiyo = common people.

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Revolution of Banda Friday, 15 November 2024 06:23 PM

The first zero Royal, Thomian parliament.

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kapila Saturday, 16 November 2024 05:58 AM

There are some remnants in the opposition though.

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Philip Joseph Friday, 15 November 2024 06:32 PM

AKD you did it. We wish you all the best to come out triumphant. To make Sri Lanka the best little lovable and aprosperous country in the world. Hats off to you and your team.

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Inshi Friday, 15 November 2024 06:54 PM

Unity is strength! Congratulations to president AKD, prime minister Harini and all who worked hard to achieve this resounding victory. The people have through ballot made it very clear. May God bless you with the strength and support to make our paradise the paradise in every way. The people look up to you to deliver. All the best!

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ram Friday, 15 November 2024 07:03 PM

Does anyone recall the person who always held an umbrella for Gotabaya during his visits?

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Sri lankan Friday, 15 November 2024 07:24 PM

First thing first, re-write the Sri Lanka's constitution to be more suit for modern world. Then the threats of those so called experienced politicians who used the JR's constitution as a shield for all of their corruptions and deals would become NULL and VOID. That's the best case scenario expectation from this strong NPP gvt as legislators and honest politicians.

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Overseas eye Friday, 15 November 2024 08:01 PM

Since majority of members will be new to the parliament, it is better to arrange some workshops to guide all on the parlimentary protocols and all matters including code of conduct and ethics. All the best for the new team

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Lumbini Friday, 15 November 2024 08:09 PM

Tilvin Silva said they never expected this much which means it is not 2/3 but 100% of the territory that is vital.

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Abdul Rahman Friday, 15 November 2024 09:14 PM

Indeed the people's power, God Bless Sri Lanka.

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Yohan Friday, 15 November 2024 10:43 PM

NPP, SJB, ITAK and small parties except slpp and ndf represented the opposition. So former slpp government and its allies were reduced to less than 10 in parliament. Look at the hate the people had. It is high time for NPP and SJB to work together to change the constitution as it will give more than five sixth of the parliament.

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THANK YOU LORD FOR ANSWERING THE PRAYERS OF THE MAJORITY Saturday, 16 November 2024 12:51 PM

YOHAN, DID YOU DO A TURN AROUND?. CAUSE NOW YOUR TALKING!!. PEOPLE REJOICE, OUR PRAYERS HAVE BEEN ANSWERED AND WE HAVE A NEW PRESIDENT AND PARTY WHO WILL TOGETHER WITH THEIR TEAMS TAKE OUR OUR COUNTRY FORWARD ALONG WITH US ALL INTO A BRIGHTER FUTURE AND PROSPERITY. WE THE PEOPLE MUST HAVE PATIENCE AS ROME WAS NOT BIUILT IN A DAY. THE MANIFESTO PROMISES WILL BE FOLLOWED THROUGH AND SO WILL NUMEROUS OTHER ISSUES THAT WILL CROP UP FROM TIME TO TIME WHEN INVESTIGATIONS ARE HELD. I AM SURE SOME GOVT DEPTS WILL NEED TO BE OVERHAULED TO RID THE CORRUPT AND INEFFICIENT STAFF. WE PUT OUR TRUST IN ANURA/NPP NOW LETS GIVE THEM TIME TO SETTLE IN AND LET THE SERIOUS WORK BEGIN.

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Pantha Kumaran Friday, 15 November 2024 10:59 PM

People at last realised how the Rajapakses and Ranil ruled the country. The people voted Anura to take our country forward. Cut the expenses of Ministers, limit the number of Ministers. No State ministers. No lavish expenses. Allow the Police to work without interference of politicians. Above all punish those who robbed our country.

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Unconditional promises made to a secret party will have to be fulfilled first. Friday, 15 November 2024 11:29 PM

Wonder who's pulling the strings of these NPP leaders. Those who are praising them now, will be surprised when they realize the truth.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO ANURA/NPP AND THEIR TEAMS Saturday, 16 November 2024 01:04 AM

ANOTHER LANDSLIDE VICTORY LIKE TRUMP. BUT NOT WITH HIS CARACTER (THANK THE LORD) ONLY THINK IN COMMON IS LANDSLIDE VICTORY. TRUMP HAS ELECTED ALL HIS FAITHFUL STOOGES SOME OF BAD CHARACTER (LIKE HIMSELF). THIS VICTORY IN THE COLOMBO DISTRICT ONLY GOES TO SHOW HOW MANY POOR, DISADVANTAGED, UNDERPRIVILEDGED AND THOSE LIVING BELOW THE POVERTYLINE. WE THE PEOPLE NEED TO MAKE SURE THE GOVT DOESN'T GET OUT OF HAND AND STICKS TO THEIR MANIFESTO.

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San Saturday, 16 November 2024 02:14 AM

People really know how to shoot themselves.

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Srilal Saturday, 16 November 2024 02:54 AM

Why has the big mouth RW suddenly gone silent?

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FredSnR Saturday, 16 November 2024 03:59 AM

Congratulations . The people have spoken .A victory for Sri Lanka. Looking forward to a more egalitarian system where everyone is given a chance to succeed regardless of birth and status. And consensus not conflict is the way forward . Will also mean a lot of hard work and sacrifice and a better community spirit, to avoid the mistakes of the past

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Man Saturday, 16 November 2024 04:04 AM

Absolute power is not a good thing! That's exactly what happened to the rajapakses too. So here we go again..!!

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Ram P Saturday, 16 November 2024 04:10 AM

NPP received a clear mandate thanks to Ranil seeys Gon Mapila and many others who atempted to run down AKD and his team in many ways. Voters are intelligent today than Ranil seeya, Gon Mapila and others

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Foot note Saturday, 16 November 2024 04:34 AM

People got no Bacos, Dozers or Bull dozers for said Sramadhana but when one consider the Jaffna result it looks like an operation deploying Abrahams and Leopards.

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Indra Dasa Saturday, 16 November 2024 05:59 AM

Now , Sri Lankan People living in the country as well as living around the world got an excellent opportunity to engaged by using individual capabilities to develop Sri Lanka . It is very clear now with the extreme power ( More Than 2/3 ) given to NPP government by Sri Lankan voters , it is now represent a true People's Government without any corruption , No families and friends engagement , No neo liberal handicaps , and No favours extended to any individuals .

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Tissa Fernando Saturday, 16 November 2024 07:34 AM

The people have united and given NPP the power they requested to make positive changes. Now it’s up to the NPP Government to deliver on it’s promises to the people. A big thank you goes out to everyone who worked tirelessly to achieve this outcome. You know who you are. May Sri Lanka and all Sri Lankans prosper!

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Dilakshan Seneviratne Saturday, 16 November 2024 10:02 AM

OMG. Tissa Fernando has done a 180 degrees. Nice. There you are. Lesson for some others too.

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Tissa Fernando Saturday, 16 November 2024 02:51 PM

Based on what AKD has done during the 2 months and based on the profiles of people working with AKD, no one in the right frame of mind cannot disagree with them. I think AKD wants to make Sri Lanka great, why not be proud of that? Why not be part of that ? At last we got rid of those who ripped us off.

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Dilakshan Seneviratne Sunday, 17 November 2024 03:34 AM

Well said Tissa. But keep on critiquing where it is required. That is good for democracy.

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Cheers Saturday, 16 November 2024 08:33 AM

Collapse of landslide is not that far away they will let people eat beans

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navratne willamune Saturday, 16 November 2024 11:00 AM

Congratulations AKD/NPP losers need to reflect on what happened,and re group.It is an opportunity to get rid of the dead wood,give an opportunity to the new. it is not only the politicians but nonperforming administration/department heads need to be pensioned off, they are just warming their seats nothing much done procrastinating etc

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martin Saturday, 16 November 2024 12:08 PM

Landslide victories usually implodes in few years. Don't get too excited.

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Dilakshan Seneviratne Sunday, 17 November 2024 07:38 PM

Dreams like this are also part of life, particularly on the losing side.

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Aquarius Saturday, 16 November 2024 01:49 PM

Isn't it KARMA that the SLPP is now down to 3 seats and those with 3 seats have a two third majority?

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CitizenP Saturday, 16 November 2024 02:34 PM

RW,MR era is over. .We are heading for a bright future.

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Wadigapatuna Saturday, 16 November 2024 04:30 PM

Stage set to play the grandpa's drama with another set of actors. AKD has to give his manifesto when dilivering speech in parliament. If there is no proper change from grandpa's plans, new actors will play the same drama wearing seethambara pata.....

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Ready for the upcoming surprise Saturday, 16 November 2024 03:09 PM

Looks like everyone is praising this regime with overestimated ego. What's behind the curtain does not matter to them at all. Use your brains you idiots. Do you have any idea what these people have promised to foreign leaders?

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FredSnR Sunday, 17 November 2024 01:54 AM

It was a vote against corruption, mismanagement not upholding the rule of law.And an out of date governing style, which made the previous lot look irrelevant and out of touch with reality, just talking and fighting with each other in parliament, like errant school boys, while the country was ruined. What the results showed.

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DilakshanSeneviratne Sunday, 17 November 2024 07:35 PM

Nothing. Trust placed on honesty. Dishonesty and corrupt have been vanquished

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John Damascene Anthony Abeysekera Saturday, 16 November 2024 05:59 PM

People's response to the election result reflects their views and reasoning and not the opinions of others

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Sri lankan Saturday, 16 November 2024 06:01 PM

This was the most satisfying election results of the century. We as expatriates very happy about the out come and ready to send more money to Sri Lanka.

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Shan Wickramasingha - ON, Canada Monday, 18 November 2024 12:02 PM

AKD always preaches that Absolute power corrupts absolutely. That is why people have voted also for the opposition and more than 4 million have refrained from voting be'cos latter hates this evil political culture of all colours. Politics alone cannot change the situ without eliminating religious-social mythical illusions. Now NPP got unlimited power to solve, damage control, punish and recover without misusing or abusing power. The govt. is new but ideologies are nothing new although voters expect better practice when taking the way through same suspention bridge.....

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