Former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa says even Dullas Alahapperuma was nominated by the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) group backed by him.
Speaking to reporters following the election for a new President, MP Mahinda Rajapaksa said that they had voted for Alahapperuma but he had lost the contest.
MP Rajapaksa further said they are also anticipating the appointment of a new government, which he says will have to be accepted by the people. (NewsWire)
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