Breaking records! Vijitha Herath secures an unprecedented 716,715 votes in Gampaha. Read how NPP reshaped Sri Lanka\u2019s election history in 2024<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n The 2024 General Election has set new milestones in Sri Lanka\u2019s parliamentary history, as Vijitha Herath<\/a> of the National People\u2019s Power (NPP)<\/a> shattered records by polling an astonishing 716,715 preferential votes<\/strong> in the Gampaha District. This unprecedented achievement marks the highest number of preference votes ever received by a candidate in the history of Sri Lankan elections.<\/p>\n Earlier today, NPP’s Colombo District candidate and Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya made headlines with a historic 655,289 votes, breaking a 2020 record held by former Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa. However, her record was short-lived as Vijitha Herath’s monumental vote count now stands as the new benchmark.<\/p>\n The NPP demonstrated overwhelming support, securing 16 out of 19 seats<\/strong> in the Gampaha District, showcasing its growing popularity and influence. The opposition, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), managed to win only three seats through Harshana Rajakaruna, Kavinda Jayawardena, and Amila Prasad.<\/p>\n The results not only highlight the NPP\u2019s dominance in Gampaha but also reflect a significant shift in voter dynamics across the nation.<\/p>\n The record-breaking performances of both Vijitha Herath and Harini Amarasuriya signify a transformative moment in Sri Lanka\u2019s political landscape. Both leaders exceeded Mahinda Rajapaksa\u2019s 2020 record of 527,364 votes, signaling widespread public support for the NPP\u2019s vision and policies.<\/p>\n The Gampaha results underline the NPP’s growing momentum as they move forward with a significant parliamentary presence. As political analysts closely watch the evolving dynamics, the NPP’s remarkable performance in this election sets the stage for a new era in Sri Lankan governance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Breaking records! Vijitha Herath secures an unprecedented 716,715 votes in Gampaha. 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\nDominance of National People\u2019s Power (NPP) in Gampaha<\/strong><\/h3>\n
NPP Gampaha Preferential Votes Breakdown<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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SJB Gampaha Preferential Votes Breakdown<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Breaking the Record Books<\/strong><\/h3>\n
What\u2019s Next for Sri Lanka\u2019s Politics?<\/strong><\/h3>\n