Independence Day parade rehearsals…

January 30, 2026

Independence Day parade rehearsals were held in Colombo today (30) ahead of Sri Lanka’s 78th National Independence Day, which will be celebrated on 4 February 2026 at the Independence Square premises under the theme “Rebuilding Sri Lanka.”

Pic by: Osanda Daham Nimsara

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