Death sentences in Athukorala case reignite debate on aragalaya

February 9, 2026 – February 22, 2026 | Vol.16, #6 & 7 | ISSN 3084-9330 Photo credits: Ada Derana Over the past fortnight, Sinhala media primarily focused on the court verdict on the killing of the former MP Amarakeerthi Athukorala. We analysed content across print, television, and social media, using a specialised social media monitoring tool. This week’s analysis is set out under three headings. 1. What was the key event that captured public attention? Feb. 11: Twelve individuals, who were found guilty over the murder…