In a surprising declaration, the Chief Incumbent of the Mihintale Rajamaha Vihara temple, the Venerable Walawahengunawewe Dhammarathana Thero, has asserted that a new presidential candidate will be unveiled for the upcoming elections. The announcement was made during a gathering at the historic temple, a revered site with deep historical and cultural significance.

According to the venerable monk, all 225 Members of Parliament have been rejected by the people, and in light of this, plans are underway to introduce a fresh candidate once elections are officially declared.

"People of this country have been deceived for 75 years. We will create a new candidate. None of the existing candidates will provide solutions. Ask the President to call for an election. We will bring the candidate," stated the Thero