The town of Batticaloa in Sri Lanka witnessed the emergence of a striking political spectacle as a colossal cutout of President Ranil Wickremesinghe appeared prominently in the heart of the town.

This display of support for Wickremesinghe has sparked speculation about his intentions for the upcoming 2024 presidential election.

The massive cutout, which reads "We for Ranil 2024," has raised eyebrows and intensified political discussions across the nation. Wickremesinghe, who was appointed by Parliament as an interim President following the ousting of former President Gotabhaya Rajapaksa, seems to be laying the groundwork for a potential presidential campaign.

While Wickremesinghe has not officially declared his candidacy for the 2024 election, the appearance of such a campaign-like cutout indicates a growing interest in the possibility. Many political observers believe that this move signifies Wickremesinghe's intention to seek election in 2024.

The situation has also been further complicated by the fact that the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), the party to which ousted President Gotabhaya Rajapaksa belonged, has not explicitly stated whether they will support Wickremesinghe in the 2024 election. However, sources suggest that a substantial number of SLPP Members of Parliament (MPs) are working closely with Wickremesinghe, indicating a potential alliance or cooperation in the upcoming election.