The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has invited the United National Party (UNP) to attend its May Day rally in Colombo.

SJB General Secretary Ranjith Madduma Bandara informed UNP General Secretary Thalatha Atukorale via letter.

The rally is scheduled for 1 May at P.D. Sirisena Grounds, Maligawatte, under the leadership of Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa.

The SJB noted the need for both parties to work together amid current national challenges.