Assistant High Commission of India, Kandy(Sri Lanka)

74th Republic Day of India celebrations

Assistant High Commission of India

Kandy

Press Release

74^th Republic Day of India celebrations

The 74^th Republic Day of India was celebrated on Thursday, the 26th January 2023 at India House (the residence of the Assistant High Commissioner of India) in Kandy. On this day, the world’s largest constitution came into force. The morning function commenced with unfurling of the National flag of India at 08:15 AM and reading out of special message of Hon’ble President of India by Assistant High Commissioner Dr. Athira S.

2. Prominent politicians, members of Indian Diaspora and friends of India participated in the function.

3.On the same day in the evening, AHC hosted a ceremonial reception at Mahaweli Reach Hotel, Kandy to mark the 74^th Republic Day of India. Governor of Central Province His Excellency Lalith U. Gamage graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Governor of Uva Province H.E. A. J. M. Muzammil was the Special Guest. His worship Mayor of Kandy Mr. Kesara D. Senanayake was the Guest of Honour.

4. Addressing the gathering, Hon’ble Governor H. E. Lalith U. Gamage congratulated India on the 74^th Republic Day and mentioned that India has been strong supporter of Sri Lanka providing financial and technical assistance in various fields including infrastructure, development, agriculture and rural development. Hon’ble Governor thanked Indian Govt. for providing assistance to Sri Lanka in need and highlighted India’s backing for IMF solution.

5. Anunayake Thero of Asgiriya Chapter Most Venerable Anamaduwe Dhammadassi Thero & Anunayake Thero of Malwatte Chapter Most Venerable Niyangoda Vijithasiri Thero blessed the occasion. The function was attended by senior government officers, friends of India, members of media fraternity and Indian Diaspora.

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Kandy

27.01.2023

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