Sri Lanka presidential contenders wrap up campaigning ahead of Saturday vote

Marxist-leaning lawmaker Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who is leading the battle, according to the latest opinion surveys, called for citizens to rear him to reduce hunger and fight fraud.

” Sortens of thousands of people have gathered with us to share their hopes for a better future. The first step of that journey will start on 22 September”, he told a meeting in Galle, a tourist hot location in southern Sri Lanka.

The latest opposition leader, Sajith Premadasa, pledged to lower Sri Lankans ‘ living costs and encourage tourism and agricultural exports.

We may create a society where everyone can enjoy success and where the million of people who are currently struggling can live decently.

The results of the election are anticipated to be announced on Sunday, with a new leader expected to take the oath of office soon thereafter.