In a special media release, he said that the UNP deeply condemned the attack.

The media release also emphasises that such incidents won't be allowed to foil attempts being made bring about a more civilised political arena in the country.

Such cowardly incidents will not be allowed to reverse the victory of the Good Governance, the media release adds.

Expressing the party's deepest condolences for the family of the deceased party activist, the statement also urges security forces to hold a speedy probe into the incident.