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Amid the ongoing protests in Sri Lanka over its worst-ever economic crisis, the PM has decided to step down to facilitate an all-party government.
As a responsible political party, Samagi Jana Balawegaya believes saving the country from the current crisis is of the utmost importance, the SJB said in a statement.
Army continues to march on the streets of Colombo as Sri Lanka goes through its worst economic crisis ever.
In its no-faith motion, the Opposition charged that the PM and his ministers failed in their responsibility to update the Parliament on the financial situation.
He also dismissed speculations of a rift between him and President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.
Demonstrations are being raged throughout Sri Lanka as people protest the government's mishandling of the economy.
He appealed to the protesters to end their agitation and have patience, saying every minute spent on streets deprived the cash-strapped country of precious dollars.
We will work with Sri Lanka for rapid economic recovery in line with India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy, said External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Bagchi.
The 225-member Parliament will convene on Tuesday in its first session since a state of emergency was declared by President Rajapaksa last week.
While Sangakkara and Jayawardene took to social media to express their protests, World Cup winners Jayasuriya and Mahanama took to the streets in Lanka.
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