Namal Pledges Debt-Free Economy in Five Years

COLOMBO (News 1st); Namal Rajapaksa, the presidential candidate of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), has announced an ambitious plan to build an economy capable of paying off the nation's debts within the next five years

Speaking to supporters, Rajapaksa outlined his vision for economic stability and growth, emphasizing the importance of agriculture, technology, and tourism.

Rajapaksa criticized the delays in projects such as the Sampur power plant and Uma Oya, which he attributed to previous government inefficiencies.

He highlighted the need to provide farmers with essential resources, including water, technology, and land solutions, to ensure that every possible crop is cultivated in Sri Lanka.

He reiterated that agriculture remains the foundation of Sri Lanka, with a focus on growing the food needed to sustain the population.