Three Colombo Municipal Councilors Go Independent, Leave United Opposition

In a significant political development within the Colombo Municipal Council, three councilors have broken ranks with the United Opposition to operate independently. This move, announced during the council's monthly meeting on May 12, signals a potential shift in the local political landscape.

The councilors, identified as Mohamed Mansil, Indika Sanjeewa Liyanage, and Sunanda Liyanapathirana, had previously aligned with the United Opposition. Their decision to withdraw their support, however, is rooted in specific political dynamics, particularly concerning the leadership of the opposition. Sunanda Liyanapathirana clarified that he remains a member of the United National Party and will not cooperate with the United Opposition while Rizvi Zarook holds the position of Opposition Leader.

This development highlights the fluid nature of political alliances in Sri Lanka's local governance. While these councilors have chosen to operate independently, their affiliations with their respective parties remain. The implications for the Colombo Municipal Council's functioning and the strength of the United Opposition will become clearer in the coming weeks as the political realignments take shape.

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I am still a member of the United National Party and I will not work with the United Opposition as long as Mr. Rizvi Zarook serves as the Opposition Leader.