It was a very important victory. The National People’s Party (NPP) took home the position of the front runner in the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha election that took place on the 26th of October, the result of the counting of votes was the party acquiring the greatest amount of votes among other competitors.
Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) trailed with 7,924 votes, earning them 6 seats, while the People’s Alliance received 2,612 votes, securing 2 seats. The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) obtained 3,597 votes, translating into 3 seats.
A total of 36,825 residents cast their ballots, marking a voter turnout of approximately 66.2% from the 55,643 registered voters in the constituency. The results underscore a notable shift in local political dynamics, with NPP’s strong mandate reflecting the public's support and positioning the party for increased influence in regional governance.
The NPP's success in Elpitiya could signal a new chapter in local leadership, as they leverage this mandate to implement their policy agenda and meet the community's expectations.