Victory does not end independence, says PM

Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, in his message for the 74th Independence Day of Sri Lanka, remarked that freedom does not end with victory.

Speaking on the challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic which has plagued the world for two years, the Premier said these obstacles are not insignificant. PM Rajapaksa stated that as a nation that has made sacrifices for its freedom, Sri Lanka cannot allow this frustration to overcome us despite the economy, education and livelihoods being completely overturned. Meanwhile, Minister of Irrigation, and State Minister of National Security, Disaster Management & Home Affairs Chamal Rajapaksa said it is a collective victory of all Sri Lankans that we have been able to successfully overcome the challenges of Covid-19 pandemic in comparison to other countries of the world.

It is with great pride that I extend my warmest wishes as the State Minister of Home Affairs on this historic occasion commemorating the 74th anniversary of Sri Lanka’s independence.”

The lawmaker said it is now time to explore strategies unique to Sri Lankans to successfully overcome the negative effects posed by the global Covid-19 pandemic on the country’s economy.