GR to back new political party?

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa who has maintained a stark silence since his resignation in July last year is now eyeing to recapture and strengthen his failed image through a new political party

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa who has maintained a stark silence since his resignation in July last year is now eyeing to recapture and strengthen his failed image through a new political party which is now led by one of his close aide's and media owner who declared his entry into politics yesterday.

The Daily Mirror learns that Gotabaya Rajapaksa who has been given all the privileges and facilities as a former President despite being forced out of office by the citizens, is reportedly backing the Mawbima Janatha Party which was recently purchased by his close aide Dilith Jayaweera.

According to sources in the Elections Commission, the Mawbima Janatha Party recently changed its constitution and elected new office bearers after Jayaweera took over the party.

Now in his latest attempt, it is learnt that Gotabaya Rajapaksa will give his blessings and back the Mawbima Janatha Party which is led by Jayaweera as the country gears up for the Presidential Election which will be held next year.