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A Living Legend Turns 85 – Karu Jayasuriya: The Uncrowned Statesman of Sri Lanka
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka
|October 04, 2025
Hon. Karu Jayasuriya: The Uncrowned Statesman of Sri Lanka Celebrates 85 Years of Life. Upon reaching his 85th year on September 29, 2025, Sri Lankabhimanya Deshabandu Karu Jayasuriya is considered one of the last great gentlemen in Sri Lankan politics, who has spent a lifetime in public life marked by dignity, vision, and dedication to the people.
Karu Jayasuriya was born on September 29, 1940
The Former Speaker of Parliament turns 85 years old
He has had a vast career, stretching from being the Mayor of Colombo, a Cabinet Minister and the Speaker of Parliament
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