In a New Year message President Mahinda Rajapaksa has expressed his pleasure that this New Year will bring the promise of a new awakening to all Sri Lankans.
“Today our people from the North and South, East and West will observe the traditions of the New Year ushering in a new spring of abundance to the entire nation.
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| Mahinda Rajapaksa |
The people of the East who already enjoy their freedom will greet the New Year with the traditional pot of boiling milk gathering the new harvest of liberation. Similarly, the people of the North will see in this New Year propitious signs of a new freedom and prosperity that awaits them,” he said.
This New Year is more meaningful to the extent that it strengthens the bonds of friendship among the people and it comes from the many commitments made towards achieving the much sought after peace, by the Government and the people, President Rajapaksa said.
“The milk of good hope that flows in every home at the dawn of the New Year, augurs plenty and prosperity for the country, as well as the honour and respect of the world. It is my belief that all our people will join in observing the age old traditions of the New Year with a resolution to move our nation towards a future of peace and plenty,” he added.
The President also extended his gratitude to the members of the security forces and the Police for ensuring the safety of all people.
“At this time of national holiday and festivity I extend my heartfelt thanks to all persons who remain at their posts to ensure protection, especially to the members of the Armed Forces and the Police who continue their great sacrifices for the country and the people. I wish you all a Happy and Prosperous New Year,” he said. |
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