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How many MMCs are there in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte?

There are 20 Members of the Municipal Council (MMCs), elected on proportional representation. There are 18 wards, but these are now merely polling divisions, without individual representation. Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte is a multi-ethnic, multi-religious urban centre.

How many wards are there in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte?

The Kotte Urban Council became the Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte Municipal Council in 1997, with Chandra Silva as the first Mayor. There are 20 Members of the Municipal Council (MMCs), elected on proportional representation. There are 18 wards, but these are now merely polling divisions, without individual representation.

Where is Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte?

Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, in Sri Lanka's Western Province, is about 8 km southeast of Colombo. Surrounded by the scenic Diyawanna Oya Lake, it offers a peaceful escape from city life. Kotte has a tropical climate with warm weather and seasonal rain throughout the year. The city is well-planned, combining modern buildings with green spaces.

Why is Kotte called Sri Jayawardenepura?

In 1391, following the conquest of the Kingdom of Jaffna by Prince Sapumal (Sembahap Perumal), Kotte was given the epithet 'Sri Jayawardenepura' ('resplendent city of growing victory'). It became the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Kotte, which it remained until the end of the 16th century.

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