Sri Lanka, June 24 -- The establishment of power in several local government institutions where no party had a clear majority following the 2025 Local Government election took place today (24).

Accordingly, the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) secured power in the Bentota Pradeshiya Sabha, after a vote was taken during the inaugural sitting held under the leadership of the Commissioner of Local Government in the Southern Province.

In the open vote to elect the Chairman, Premakumara Wijewardena from the SJB secured 12 votes, while Mervin Pradeepa Kodithuwakku, representing the National People's Power (NPP), received 11 votes.

Meanwhile, the SJB also gained control of the Gampola Urban Council, where an open vote was held to elect the Chairm...