Sri Lanka usher in 2026 with vibrant New Year’s celebrations

Sri Lanka usher in 2026 with vibrant New Year’s celebrations

January 1, 2026   05:05 am

Colombo was illuminated by a fireworks show as Sri Lanka welcomed the dawn of the new year.

In the country’s commercial capital, fireworks exploded over Galle Face Green, much to the jubilation of the revelers.

Sri Lanka ushered in the New Year after a number of Asian countries including Singapore, China and Japan welcomed 2026.

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