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74th Independence Day ceremony gets underway under President’s patronage
Feb 04, 202208:22 AM
74th Independence Day ceremony gets underway under President’s patronage

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa arrived at Independence Square for the Independence Day celebrations a short while ago.

 

The Head of State was accorded a warm welcome by State Minister of Irrigation, and Minister of National Security, Disaster Management & Home Affairs Chamal Rajapaksa.

 

The event themed “An Affluent Tomorrow and Prosperous Motherland with Challenges Overcome”, officially commenced as the President graced the event and hoisted the national flag.

 

Prior to his arrival, Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and former President Maithripala Sirisena were seen arriving at the venue.

 

This year’s Independence Day ceremony is being held in keeping with the health guidelines due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic situation.

 

The event takes place with the participation of 6,500 personnel belonging to Tri-Forces, Police, Civil Defence Force and National Cadet Corps.

 

 

 

 

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