Quick Info
| Profession | Retired Police Officer and Politician |
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| Nationality | Sri Lankan |
| Date of Birth | 30/10/1942 |
| Age | 83 years |
| Birthplace | Palatuwa, Matara, Sri Lanka |
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Chamal Jayantha Rajapaksa |
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| Names Earned | The Bodyguard |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 172 cm |
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| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Salt and Pepper |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Richmond College |
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| Education | Completed education at Richmond College |
Personal Life
| Religion | Buddhism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 1975 |
Family
| Spouse | Chandra Malani Rajapaksa | ||||
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| Children |
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| Father | D. A. Rajapaksa | ||||
| Mother | Dandina Rajapaksa | ||||
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Career
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| Political Journey |
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| Honours | Sri Lanka Janaseva Vibhushana title |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He worked as a police Sub Inspector prior to his political career. | |
| 2. He served as the bodyguard of Sri Lanka's first female Prime Minister, Sirimavo Bandaranaike. | |
| 3. After working at the State Trading General Corporation, he entered politics. | |
| 4. He has won every election he has contested since 1989. | |
| 5. During his time as Minister of Irrigation & Water Management, he implemented significant irrigation projects. | |
| 6. He also held roles like President of the Sri Lanka – Russia Parliamentary Friendship Association. | |
| 7. He was critical of his brother Mahinda Rajapaksa's extended involvement in politics. | |
| 8. He played football and was the captain of Richmond College's football team. |