Gayantha Karunatilake, Member of Parliament (MP) from the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has been appointed as the Chief Opposition Whip in Parliament. The announcement was made by fellow SJB MP Harshana Rajakaruna.
Karunatilake, a senior parliamentarian with years of experience in politics and governance, steps into the role with the responsibility of coordinating opposition activities and representing the views of opposition parties in parliamentary matters. His appointment is seen as a strategic move to strengthen the opposition’s presence and ensure effective communication within Parliament.