Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Ex-Sri Lankan President Admitted to Hospital After Bail Denied
Ranil Wickremesinghe, who used to be the President of Sri Lanka, was taken to a prison hospital because he wasn't feeling well.
A court decided he had to stay in custody until August 26th because they didn't think he should be let out on bail.
He's accused of using government money the wrong way, specifically for a trip to London.
If found guilty, he could go to jail for up to 20 years.
Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe was admitted to a prison hospital.
His bail plea was rejected by the Colombo Fort magistrate's court.
Wickremesinghe's blood sugar and blood pressure were high.
He is charged with misuse of government funds during his tenure.
The charges relate to his 2023 London trip for his wife's ceremony.
- Who
- Ranil Wickremesinghe
- What
- Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe was admitted to prison hospital after being remanded.
- When
- August 26th
- Where
- Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Why
- Alleged misuse of government funds.
Government's Allegations
Wickremesinghe's Defense
Expense Claims
Government's Allegations
Wickremesinghe misused state funds.
Wickremesinghe's Defense
Wickremesinghe argues the expenses were paid by his wife.
- Accused
- Ranil Wickremesinghe
- Charge
- Misuse of state funds
- Event
- London trip for wife's graduation
- Location
- Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Remand
- Until August 26th
- Previous Role
- President of Sri Lanka
- Hospitalized
- Prison Hospital
Sources
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