Srilanka, Feb. 17 -- Sri Lanka Freedom Party Colombo District Organiser and Central Committee member Fawzan Anwer said the SLFP with its affiliated partners will contest upcoming elections under the 'Chair' symbol.

He said factions within the party are now united and the SLFP will face upcoming elections as a strong political force.

He made the above remarks briefing the media in Colombo recently. "The SLFP's grassroots network is still very strong and has over 160 electoral organisers".

Anwer also said the SLFP should bring forth a "broad national programme" which could benefit the country and the people.

He also said the SLFP should be led by reputed leaders like former Presidents Maithripala Sirisena and Chandrika Bandaranaike Kum...