Sri Lanka

Prime Minister Dr.
Harini Amarasuriya, in her Sinhala and Tamil New Year message, called on all Sri Lankans to step into the New Year with restored hope and vision, as the nation progresses together toward a prosperous country and a lovely life.Extending sincere desires to the Sinhala and Tamil people commemorating in unity and generosity, the Prime Minister kept in mind that this years New Year reaches a moment when meaningful change is important in all elements of life.This conventional festivity advises us to produce positive modification that is deep rooted in our culture and values, and move forward together in unity, she stated.Reflecting on recent difficulties, she acknowledged that for numerous, the recession had actually made the idea of event an agonizing experience.However, she applauded the peoples courage in breaking free from a cycle of corruption and fraud, paving the way for a new beginning.Thus, the 2025 New Year marks a significant pivotal moment, she said, highlighting the unity of communities throughout the country.
It is a year where communities from the North, South, East, and West unify and continue to interact under democratic principles to construct a much better future.Looking ahead to the coming months, she noted the value of shared goals and progress, encouraging people to embody worths of respect, peace, and compassion.At this minute when a brand-new chapter starts with the New Year, I urge every resident to act with respect, peace, and empathy in community, she stated.
Let us devote ourselves to move forward with dedication, trust, and resilience to achieve success and development in the coming year.She concluded by wishing all Sri Lankans strength and unity for a year of significant transformation.Prime Ministers Full Message: Let us enter the New Year with renewed hope and a vision, as we continue to interact toward a flourishing nation and a lovely life.I extend my genuine desires to the Sinhala and Tamil people of Sri Lanka, who commemorate the New Year in unity and generosity.This New Year dawns at a moment when a new change is necessary in every element of our lives.
This standard celebration advises us to bring about positive change that is deep rooted in our culture and values, and progress together in unity.In current years, the economic crisis made the idea of celebrating the New Year an unpleasant experience for lots of.
The courageous efforts of the individuals to break totally free from a cycle of corruption and fraud, has led the path for the introduction of a brand-new beginning.Thus, the 2025 New Year marks a substantial turning point.
It is a year where communities from the North, South, East, and West unite and continue to work together under democratic principles to construct a better future.
In the upcoming month of May, the peoples goals will as soon as again bear fruit.At this moment when a brand-new chapter begins with the New Year, I advise every person to show respect, peace, and empathy in neighborhood.
Let us commit ourselves to move on with devotion, trust, and strength to achieve success and development in the coming year.To all Sri Lankans commemorating Sinhala and Tamil New Year, I wish the country is blessed with the strength, unity, and brand-new energy required for meaningful change and a flourishing tomorrow.Wishing you all a really Happy New Year!





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