The 29th memorial ceremony of late President Ranasinghe Premadasa was held at the Premadasa statue near the Hulftsdorp Courts Complex, today.
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa and his family members, relatives and party supporters attended the event.
Late Premadasa who rendered impeccable service to the nation in various capacities as Minister, Prime Minister and President was assassinated during a May Day rally in 1993. (Pix by Kithsiri De Mel)
His assassination is undoubtedly the saddest day in Sri Lankan history. During his short tenure as President the country progressed immensely. A man of his word who governed with impartiality. Sri Lanka is unlikely to see the likes of him ever.
Yoshitha Rajapaksa has been arrested by the CID in Beliatta, the Police said.
Veteran singer Anil Bharathi passed away today.
Yoshitha Rajapaksa has been remanded until January 27.
Sri Lanka Railways is enhancing services for the popular ’Ella Odyssey’ train to boost tourism.
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