evidence: The first presidential debate was scheduled for 7 September 2024, hosted by the March 12 Movement. Four candidates, Sajith Premadasa, Namal Rajapaksa, Dilith Jayaweera, and P. Ariyanethiran, confirmed their participation. The debate took place at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH) and was broadcast live on mainstream television and social media platforms.[115] However, despite initial confirmations, only Dilith Jayaweera attended the debate.[116][117] [...] - ^ "Dilith Jayaweera signs nomination papers for Presidential election". Daily FT. Colombo, Sri Lanka. 15 August 2024. Archived from the original on 15 August 2024. Retrieved 16 August 2024. [...] - ^ "Presidential Candidate Dilith Jayaweera unveils national strategic plan". Ada Derana. 31 August 2024. Archived from the original on 2 September 2024. Retrieved 2 September 2024.