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Hirunika takes U-Turn : Apologizes to Ashu Marasinghe over edited ...
Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) member and former MP Hirunika Premachandra has publicly apologized to former MP Ashu Marasinghe, acknowledging that allegations made against him in 2023 were based on doctored evidence. “I extended my apologies to Ashu Marasinghe at court over the incorrect statements made, causing severe harm to him. Thereafter, we agreed to a settlement to end the case,” Premachandra said, speaking to the media today (19). She recounted that on December 23, 2023, Adarsha Karadana met her at the SJB office, claiming Marasinghe had sexually abused her pet dog, showing a video as “evidence.” Premachandra said Karadana insisted on a press conference, which was organized with female members of the Samagi Vanitha Balawegaya. However, following subsequent legal proceedings, Premachandra said Marasinghe clarified that the evidence presented was fabricated. “I realised that this woman had acted to take personal vengeance and cause harm to Ashu Marasinghe, and she had utilized us,” she added. Premachandra noted that she has since attempted to locate Karadana but has been unable to find her. “We do not even know if she is in the country,” she said. The former SJB MP added that the case has now been settled following discussions between Premachandra and Marasinghe, bringing an end to the dispute. (Newswire) 2026-05-19
Warrant issued for Hirunika's arrest over absence at court hearing
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of former MP Hirunika Premachandra and another person after they failed to attend a court hearing in connection with their participation in a protest in violation of a court order. Colombo Fort magistrate Pasan Amarasena today (15) issued the order after Premachandra’s lawyers failed to submit a medical certificate. The case pertains to a protest that took place on 07 July 2022 and 10 others suspects presently out on bail attended the hearing.
Warrant issued for Hirunika - Sri Lanka Mirror - Right to Know. Power ...
The Magistrate also ordered notices and summons to be issued on the sureties. The warrants were issued when a complaint filed against 12 persons, including Hirunika Premachandra, over a protest held near the entrance to the Presidential Secretariat in 2022 was taken up before court.
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