Veteran journalist Bandula Padmakumara passes away

Veteran journalist Bandula Padmakumara has passed away .

 

He was receiving treatment at a private hospital.

 

He is an iconic figure of Sri Lankan media and journalism most notable for the popular television programs Mul Pituwa and Loka Sithiyama. 

 

He is also a former Editor in Chief of Lakbima newspaper and former Chairman of Lake House.