Anura Kumara Dissanayake appears to have capitalized on widespread discontent with the political establishment, securing approximately 50 percent of the votes in early results.
Dissanayake's ascent could mark a significant shift for the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna party, which has historically struggled, rising to prominence through a rebranding strategy that appealed to frustrated voters.
With a notable voter turnout of 75 to 80 percent, early election results indicate a strong mandate for Dissanayake, as he leads with a substantial margin over his closest rival.
The electoral system in Sri Lanka allows for a ranking of candidates, although Dissanayake's lead suggests a strong likelihood of an outright win without needing further rounds of counting.
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