The official theme of President Maithripala Sirisena, made to mark his first year in office, depicts the President as a king hailing from the land of kings (rajarata). 

The music video of the song also features several kings from the Polonnaruwa era - including King Parakramabahu the great - drawing parallels between them and President Sirisena, who was elected to power democratically on January 08, last year. 

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa also projected him as a king in the eyes of the public and this conduct was severely criticised by his political opponents. 

The incumbent President, in his election campaign, repeatedly assured that he would not be a king, but function as a democratically elected ruler. 

The song also offers blessings to President Sirisena to "rule the land forever", in stark violation of basic tenets of democracy and good governance. 

The President's anniversary song has already come under criticism on social media platforms from various questers, including those who actively supported his election campaign in January, last year.

The song has been produced by two individuals, namely Imran Cader and Dr. Arosha Fernando.