National War Heroes’ Commemoration Ceremony underway in Battaramulla

National War Heroes’ Commemoration Ceremony underway in Battaramulla

May 19, 2025   04:32 pm

The National War Heroes’ Commemoration Ceremony has commenced opposite the War Heroes Memorial in Battaramulla.

The ceremony is being presided over by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

A large number of special invitees and dignitaries including Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka, Admiral of the Fleet Wasantha Karannagoda and Marshal of the Air Force Roshan Gunathilaka, who led the tri-forces in bringing an end to terrorism, are expected to attend the ceremony.

Meanwhile, Police have announced a special traffic plan in the area surrounding Parliament in Battaramulla until 6:00 p.m. today.

 

Disclaimer: All the comments will be moderated by the AD editorial. Abstain from posting comments that are obscene, defamatory or slanderous. Please avoid outside hyperlinks inside the comment and avoid typing all capitalized comments. Help us delete comments that do not follow these guidelines by flagging them(mouse over a comment and click the flag icon on the right side). Do use these forums to voice your opinions and create healthy discourse.

Most Viewed Video Stories

Ravindra Pathmapriya assumes duties as General Manager of Sri Lanka Railways (English)

Ravindra Pathmapriya assumes duties as General Manager of Sri Lanka Railways (English)

Prioritize transport projects in 2026 Budget - President directs officials (English)

Sri Lanka to introduce new AI system to track bus data and boost efficiency (English)

Former Deputy Director of Prison Hospital Dr. Hemantha Ranasinghe arrested (English)

🔴LIVE | Ada Derana Prime Time News Bulletin

President calls for responsible youth leadership, rejects dynastic politics (English)

Sri Lanka to launch floating solar power projects to achieve zero carbon emissions by 2050 (English)

No-confidence motion handed over against Deputy Defence Minister Aruna Jayasekara (English)