Party Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Electoral District / National List Matara Date of Birth : 14-05-1959 Civil Status : Married Religion : Buddhism Profession / Occupation : Journalist Political Career Treasurer of SLFP from 2005 - 2015; National Organizer of Joint Opposition from 2015 - 2020 ; District Leader for SLPP Matara from 2016 - Ongoing Academic Qualifications Received Honorary Doctorate for Education, Plymouth University, UK; G.C.E. (A/L); G.C.E. (O/L)