The Kandy Balamandalaya of the UNP, including former Minister Lakshman Kiriella, have unanimously decided to support Sajith Premadasa's new alliance Samagi Jana Balawegaya.

Kiriella, former Leader of the House, was a staunch backer of former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.

When the matter was taken up before the Balamandalaya, the members have unanimously voted to join hands with Samagi Jana Balawegaya led by Premadasa.

Kiriella was also seen at the nomination board meetings of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya yesterday.