The president today stated that he respectfully commends the commitment and sacrifice of all those who are engaged in essential services and who are employed overseas and unable to be with their families during this season of New Year. It is a fulfillment of the hopes of young children who look forward to the New Year, with excitement, as well as all other citizens. “The Sinhala and Tamil New Year is our principal cultural festival. It is my hope and expectation that all citizens without any discrimination will join the Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebrations with tender and righteous thoughts. “May the dawn of Sinhala and Tamil New Year bring happiness, good health, and prosperity to all.”

Source: The Nation April 12, 2021 14:26 UTC