EPDP Leader Douglas Devananda Remanded Over Army-Issued Weapon Linked to Underworld
DEFENSE
Douglas Devananda, leader of the Eelam People's Democratic Party (EPDP), has been remanded until January 9, 2023, after a weapon issued to him by the Sri Lankan Army in 2001 was linked to an investigation into organized crime. His arrest has raised concerns among supporters, particularly in light of his historical opposition to the LTTE and the recent decline in his political influence.

Jan 7, 2026, 9:13 AM