That was made possible through the expulsion of the Rajapaksa regime and the formation of the good governance administration, he says.
Speaking to Sri Lanka Mirror, he also commented on his politics with the JHU.
The party will take several crucial decisions in view of the prevailing political situation, Paranawithana said.
Also, the party will pay special attention to educational reforms, according to him.
Asked if the JHU was going to change its name, he said there was no such move.