Wijesekara, the father of former Minister Kanchana Wijesekara, served as a Member of Parliament from 1989 to 2010, representing the Matara District, and held several ministerial portfolios during his political career.

In 2009, Wijesekara was seriously injured in a suicide bombing that targeted a religious event in Akuressa. He survived the attack but suffered long-term health complications following the incident.

Widely regarded as a veteran politician from the Southern Province, Wijesekara played a significant role in local and national politics over two decades.

Further details regarding funeral arrangements are yet to be announced. (Newswire)

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