Colombo (News 1st): A new political alliance, the Podujana Eksath Nidahas Peramuna, was officially launched today in a ceremony held in Battaramulla.
The event saw the participation of several key ministers & mps from the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) who are backing independent presidential candidate, Ranil Wickremesinghe.
Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena has been appointed as the chairman of the United Freedom Front, while Minister Ramesh Pathirana will serve as the secretary.
During the event, the name of the alliance and its official insignia were unveiled.
Following this, representatives from the various political parties supporting the Podujana Eksath Nidahas Peramuna signed the formal agreement, marking the official formation of the alliance.
The United Freedom Front aims to consolidate support for Ranil Wickremesinghe in the upcoming presidential election.