Sri Lanka, Nov. 12 -- An Extraordinary Gazette notification has been issued announcing the appointment of Sameera Dhanushka De Silva of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) as a member of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha, representing Ward No. 07, Midigama West.

The vacancy occurred following the death of Lasantha Wickramasekara, who was a member representing the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB).

In accordance with Section 66A(1)(a) of the Local Authorities Elections Ordinance (Chapter 262), the Returning Officer of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha, Pulasthi Serasingha Pathirana, requested the Secretary of the recognized political party to nominate a qualified member from the same party to fill the vacancy within thirty (30) days.

The Secretary of t...