Local elections 2025: SJB 265 LG/21.69%/3926 seats (Kabir Hashim Chairman)/SLPP 14/9.17%/1767; NPP/JVP Anuradhapura/Gampaha gains (54%/402 seats) vs SJB fractures
Key Questions
What were the results for SJB in the 2025 local elections?
The SJB won 265 local authorities with 21.69% vote share and 3926 seats. Kabir Hashim was appointed SJB Chairman amid Premadasa and Hashim consolidation.
How did NPP/JVP perform in the local elections?
NPP/JVP saw youth surges in areas like Anuradhapura and Gampaha (54% vs SJB's 20%), securing gains despite an island-wide edge for SJB. Turnout dipped amid crisis.
What is the overall picture of the 2025 local elections?
SJB led with 265 LG bodies, SLPP trailed at 14 with 9.17% and 1767 seats. Coalitions like SLFP/MR formed, PC delayed under 13A limbo, signaling reform fatigue.
SJB lead amid crisis/Premadasa/Hashim consolidation; NPP youth surge in pockets like Gampaha (54% vs SJB 20%) despite island-wide edge/turnout dip; coalitions SLFP/MR; PC delayed (13A limbo)/reform fatigue signals.
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Updated Apr 17, 2026