Harak Kata and Kehelbaddara Padme Clash

Harak Kata and Kehelbaddara Padme Clash Inside Prison

by Staff Writer 23-09-2026 | 11:49 AM

COLOMBO (News 1st); An altercation has reportedly broken out inside prison between organized crime figure Nandun Chinthaka Wickremeratne, better known as "Harak Kata," and Mandinu Padmasiri, alias "Kehelbaddara Padme."

The Department of Prisons said the clash resulted in injuries to Kehelbaddara Padme, who was subsequently admitted to the prison hospital for treatment.

Prison authorities stated that officers intervened promptly to bring the situation under control and prevent any further escalation.