President Anura Kumara Dissanayake conveyed his condolences to former Minister Kanchana Wijesekera following the passing of his father, former Minister Mahinda Wijesekara.
Mahinda Wijesekara, a veteran politician from the Matara District, passed away after nearly 17 years from critical injuries sustained in a 2009 suicide bomb attack in Akuressa. He held multiple ministerial portfolios.
His funeral in Matara drew thousands of mourners, including senior figures from both the government and opposition, the Leader of the Opposition, and former Presidents, reflecting his wide political influence and longstanding public service.
President Dissanayake, who was unable to attend the funeral in person extended his condolences to Kanchana Wijesekera via telephone.