Colombo, November 7 (Daily Mirror) – Environmentalist Nadira Weerasinghe was allegedly assaulted by a candidate from Matale district, according to police. The dispute was related to a tax agreement involving the management of the Laggala Hotel, located in Riverston.

Weerasinghe, who manages the Laggala Hotel, was allegedly attacked on November 1 over a disagreement over a lease between the current management and the owners of the property.

Laggala police received a complaint that several people were involved in the incident, including a candidate contesting the upcoming general election in Matale district.

Following the attack, Weerasinghe was initially admitted to Laggala Hospital and later transferred to Kandy General Hospital for further treatment.

Eight organisations, including the Knuckles Tourism Circle (KTC), where Weerasinghe is secretary, issued a joint statement condemning the attack and demanding justice. The organizations demanded a thorough investigation and accountability for the incident.