PM Harini Extends Deepawali Greetings, Calls For Greater Harmony Among Communities

COLOMBO (News 1st) -Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has extended her Deepawali greetings to Hindu devotees in Sri Lanka and across the world, highlighting the festival's message of light overcoming darkness and good triumphing over evil.

In her message, the Prime Minister described Deepawali as an occasion of spiritual significance, calling on people to dispel hatred, jealousy and ignorance while embracing wisdom and compassion.

She said the festival provides an important opportunity to strengthen mutual understanding, harmony and solidarity among communities in Sri Lanka, a multi-ethnic and multi-religious nation.

The Prime Minister also urged people to strengthen cultural bonds and move forward as one nation, transcending ethnic and religious differences.

She concluded by wishing all Hindu devotees a Deepawali filled with happiness, peace, good health and prosperity.