Sri Lanka, June 23 -- The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has solidified its position in the Hambantota Municipal Council, winning the mayoral election held today (23).

In a significant outcome, SJB candidate D. A. Gamini was elected as the new Mayor of Hambantota with a clear majority of votes. The opposition, led by the SJB, had previously gained a substantial majority in the most recent local government election, setting the stage for today's victory.

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