Srilanka, Nov. 21 -- The budget of the Soranathota Pradeshiya Sabha, which is controlled by the National People's Power (NPP) party, was defeated for the second time today.

Seven opposition councillors voted against the budget, while six NPP councillors voted in favour. Accordingly, the NPP's budget for the Soranathota Pradeshiya Sabha was defeated by a single vote.

Notably, two councillors representing the opposition Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) were absent during today's budget vote.

Separately, a councillor had to be rushed to the hospital after suddenly falling ill during the budget debate held today at the Soranathota Pradeshiya Sabha.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Hiru News....