Sri Lankans’ fury forced the powerful Rajapaksa clan out. Now its heir is running for president

The man who is considered the heir apparent to the powerful Rajapaksa family in Sri Lanka will contest the presidential election next week. Namal Rajapaksa’s bid for presidency is seen by many as an attempt by the powerful but equally controversial political dynasty to regain power over Sri Lanka. (Jay Palipane and Piyush Nagpal)