Children must develop skills and talents that will contribute to economic growth: President
View(s):A number of education reforms are taking place in the country to create more productive citizens, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said recently.
“Every child completing school education must strive to develop a skill or talent that can contribute to the country’s economic process,” The president said, while addressing the 74th Independence Day celebrations.
“One must try to enhance knowledge in the chosen sector and also acquire professional qualifications if possible. In this manner, you have the opportunity to directly contribute to the country’s economic process,” he said.
The 74th independence anniversary celebrations were held at the Independence Square in Colombo on Friday with President Gotabaya Rajapaksa presiding over the event. Cultural events including performances by students were part of the ceremony. A scene captured during the event. Pic by Eshan Fernando
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