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State Minister Sanath Nishantha Dies in Tragic Car Crash - Sri Lanka Mourns

Car Accident - Katunayake Expressway - Road Safety - Sanath Nishantha - Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan State Minister Sanath Nishantha tragically passed away in a fatal car accident, leaving the nation in mourning. Find out more.

Sri Lanka was struck with sorrow as news broke of the tragic death of State Minister Sanath Nishantha and his security officer in a fatal car accident on the Katunayake Expressway. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, sending shockwaves through the country. The final rites of the beloved minister are set to take place in the Arachchikattuwa area, as announced by MP Mahindananda Aluthgamage.

State Minister Sanath Nishantha's untimely demise has left a void in the political landscape of Sri Lanka. The jeep carrying the minister and his security detail met with a fatal accident on the busy highway, leading to their unfortunate deaths on arrival at the Ragama Hospital. The Parliamentarians and the public alike are mourning the loss of a dedicated and respected figure in the government.

In a somber turn of events, the State Minister's passing has highlighted the importance of road safety in Sri Lanka. The fatal car crash serves as a grim reminder of the dangers faced on the roads, urging authorities and citizens to prioritize safety measures. The tragic incident has sparked discussions on improving road infrastructure and enforcing stricter safety regulations.

As the nation grieves the loss of State Minister Sanath Nishantha, tributes pour in from all corners of Sri Lanka. The impact of his sudden death resonates deeply within the community, emphasizing the need for vigilance and caution while traveling. The legacy of the minister will endure, with his contributions to the country remembered and honored for years to come.

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Sri Lankan minister Sanath Nishantha dies in a fatal car accident ... (Tamil Guardian)

Sri Lanka's State Minister of Water Supply, Sanatha Nishantha and his security officer died in an accident in the early hours of this morning when the ...

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Final rites of State Minister Sanath Nishantha on Sunday (adaderana.lk)

MP Mahindananda Aluthgamage said that the funeral service would be conducted in the Arachchikattuwa area. According to the police, the state minister's vehicle ...

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State Minister Sanath Nishantha killed (Colombo Gazette)

By Easwaran Rutnam. State Minister Sanath Nishantha was killed in an accident on the Katunayake Expressway. The Police said the jeep in which the State ...

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State Minister Sanath Nishantha and another killed in car accident (The Island.lk)

State Minister Minister Sanath Nishantha and a member of his security detail were reported dead on admission to the Ragama Hospital following a motor car ...

Sanath Nishantha dies in fatal accident (Newsfirst.lk)

COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan State Minister Sanath Nishantha died early on Thursday (25) morning in a tragic car crash on the Katunayake Expressway.

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Sri Lankan state minister Sanath Nishantha killed as his jeep hits ... (The Tribune)

The jeep was proceeding from Katunayake towards Colombo. Sri Lankan State Minister Sanath Nishantha and his security official were killed in a road accident ...

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State Minister Sanath Nishantha killed in an accident (Sri Lanka Mirror)

Two persons, including State Minister Sanath Nishantha, have been killed in an accident on the Katunayake Highway earlier this morning (25 Jan.).

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Parliamentarians mourn death of State Minister Sanath Nishantha (The Sunday Times Sri Lanka)

A Police officer attached to the Expressway police said that the incident had occurred around 1.00 am today, at the R-11 post Colombo -Katunayake expressway.

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