NPP MP Dr. Harini Amarasuriya Challenges Daily Mirror's Sourcing in Presidential Candidacy Report

September 01, 2023

In a recent Twitter post, NPP (National People's Power) Member of Parliament, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, raised questions about the journalistic integrity of the Daily Mirror newspaper. Her remarks came in response to a report published by the newspaper, alleging an internal dispute within the NPP over the party's presidential candidacy.

The Daily Mirror's report, released today, suggests that a rift exists within the NPP, with a particular faction advocating for Dr. Amarasuriya to become the party's presidential candidate, potentially challenging the current party leader, Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Dr. Harini Amarasuriya's critique centers on the newspaper's sources, which she claims are social media posts and memes. Her comment implies skepticism about the credibility of such sources in journalism.

The NPP, a prominent political entity in Sri Lanka, has been closely watched as the country approaches its next presidential election. This reported internal dispute underscores the complexity of party dynamics and leadership decisions leading up to the election.

The Daily Mirror has yet to respond to Dr. Amarasuriya's criticism, leaving readers and political observers eager for further developments in this evolving story.