Minister Sajith Premadasa states that the 19th Amendment to the constitution was approved with the sole strength of the president, despite criticisms.

He made this comment at an event held in Hambantota.

The laying of the foundation stone of the new building for the Sooriyawewa National School was held under the auspices of Minister Sajith Premadasa.

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