Following are views expressed by former president Mahinda Rajapaksa in Anuradhapura on Monday.

Journalist :

“… The president invited everyone to join the party and move forward without creating any other forces …”

Journalist :

“… You could have made it to the convention if you really wanted to …”

Former president, Mahinda Rajapaksa:
“… There was actually no need. When the group has taken a decision, I cannot go against their decision …”

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