Boards promoting the presidential candidacy of Janaka Ratnayake, the former Chairman of the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL), have surfaced in Borella, apparently marking the initiation of his political campaign for the upcoming presidential elections in 2024. The bold move follows Ratnayake's removal from the PUCSL last year amid a standoff with the government.

The boards prominently display the slogan "JR for 2024," signaling Ratnayake's intention to vie for the highest office in the country. This development comes after he had hinted at his presidential ambitions on multiple occasions since his ousting from the PUCSL.

Janaka Ratnayake, a businessman by profession, garnered attention for his controversial stance on electricity tariff during his tenure as the PUCSL Chairman. His decision to enter the political arena and contest the presidency adds an intriguing dynamic to the upcoming elections.