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2 sources·Updated Jun 18, 2025

Vraie Cally Balthazaar sworn In as CMC Mayor

Vraie Cally Balthazaar, of the NPP, was sworn in as the 26th Mayor of Colombo Municipal Council. She secured 61 votes against 54 for her opponent Riza Zarook from SJB. This marks a historic moment with Balthazaar becoming the second female mayor of CMC.

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  • NewsWire English·Jun 18, 2025NPP’s Vraie Cally assumes duties as 26th CMC Mayor
  • Ada Derana·Jun 18, 2025Vraie Cally Balthazaar takes oath as 26th Mayor of Colombo

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