SJB May Day rally cut short as crowd disperses after Sajith’s exit

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The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) May Day rally came to an unexpected end yesterday when the crowd began to disperse after the speech by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa.

Despite efforts by the organisers to retain the audience, the rally concluded prematurely.

Former MP Thushara Indunil addressed the crowd, explaining that the Leader had urgent matters to attend to, which necessitated his departure.

He assured the attendees that other prominent speakers, including Ranjith Madduma Bandara and Dr. Harsha de Silva, were still present and would continue to address the gathering. He urged the crowd to remain, emphasising that the event was not yet over.

However, despite these assurances, the rally had to be concluded as the majority of the crowd continued to leave.