by Sulochana Ramiah Mohan, Daily Sun, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Januaray 28, 2026
Editorial Namal Rajapaksa in Odisha Jan 28 2026
Sulochana Ramiah Mohan
…Against this backdrop of decline, disgrace and diminishing legitimacy, Namal Rajapaksa has emerged as the principal political inheritor of the family brand. Despite facing multiple legal cases relating to corruption and alleged money laundering, he has remained politically visible, projecting resilience and confidence. He retains a loyal support base, a well-organised social media machinery, and a network of overseas backers who continue to mobilise narratives favourable to the Rajapaksas.
The Rajapaksa project today appears less about immediate electoral power and more about long-term political rehabilitation….
It is within this context that Namal Rajapaksa’s visit to India, particularly to Odisha, demands closer scrutiny….