At an event held in Dompe, Chief Opposition Whip of the Western Provincial Council, Harshana Rajakaruna expressed his views on the budget.

[quote]This budget will only provide temporary satisfaction to the people as it is aimed at the upcoming presidential election. I believe that if finances are allocated for education which will assist in shaping the future and create a society that leads us towards this path we can create the future we hope for instead of this temporary happiness.[/quote]

An event was held to distribute stationary items for children in the Dompe Electorate.

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