Former CJ Sarath Silva at Medamulana

01 Jul, 2015

Former Chief Justice Sarath Silva, who backed President Maithripala Sirisena at the January Presidential elections, was among those present at former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s house at Madamulana today.

The former Chief Justice took part in religious observances held to mark Poya Day ahead of the much awaited announcement by?former President Mahinda Rajapaksa regarding his plans for the August 17 Parliament elections.

Sarath Silva had, ahead of the January elections, spoken against Rajapaksa and pushed for his removal from power.?(Colombo Gazette)

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