COLOMBO, Sri Lanka – August 20, 2026
The Mirigama Pradeshiya Sabha has officially welcomed a new member, Ms. Jayasingha Arachchilage Shehara Minoli Kawyanjali Jayasinghe, following a recent Extraordinary Gazette notification. The appointment, published on August 13, 2026, under Gazette No. 2501/78, addresses a critical vacancy within the local government body.
Background to the Vacancy
The need for this appointment arose from the resignation of Ms. Mohammadu Rahumathulla Shyama Nilmini, who previously served as a returned member of the Mirigama Pradeshiya Sabha. Ms. Nilmini represented the Samagi Jana Balawegaya, a recognized political party. In accordance with Section 66A(1) of the Local Authorities Elections Ordinance (Chapter 262), the party was mandated to nominate a suitable candidate to fill the vacant seat within a period of thirty days.
The Appointment Process
Following the stipulated legal framework, the Secretary of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya communicated the party’s decision to nominate Ms. Jayasingha Arachchilage Shehara Minoli Kawyanjali Jayasinghe for the position. Ms. Jayasinghe’s nomination was confirmed to meet the eligibility criteria, including not being disqualified under Section 9 of the Local Authorities Elections Ordinance.
Consequently, Mr. Withana Appuhamillage Raviendra Wickramasinghe, the Returning Officer for the Mirigama Pradeshiya Sabha, officially declared Ms. Jayasingha Arachchilage Shehara Minoli Kawyanjali Jayasinghe as the duly elected member. This declaration was made on August 13, 2026, from the District Elections Office in Gampaha, and subsequently published in the Extraordinary Gazette.
Significance for Local Governance
The swift and transparent filling of this vacancy underscores the commitment to maintaining continuous representation and effective local governance in the Mirigama area. Such appointments are vital for ensuring that the administrative functions of the Pradeshiya Sabha continue uninterrupted and that the concerns of the local populace are adequately addressed by their elected representatives. This process highlights the robust legal mechanisms in place to uphold democratic principles at the grassroots level in Sri Lanka.
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