“As we move towards stability and prosperity, our progress has gained global recognition,” said president Ranil Wickremesinghe.
“Yet, the true heroes are you, the people of Sri Lanka,” he said on X.
The president also said, “we have initiated several programmes aimed at uplifting 2.4 million people through Aswesuma, granting land via Urumaya to two million people, securing homes for 50,000 low-income families to protect our most vulnerable, and raising pensions to ensure no one is left behind.”
Meanwhile, the inaugural session of the Student Parliament of Mahamaya Balika Vidyalaya, Kadawatha was successfully held yesterday (19) at the Presidential Secretariat.
Following this, the students had an opportunity for a cordial interaction with President Wickremesinghe.
The President summoned the children to the Cabinet chamber within the Presidential Secretariat and provided them with an overview of the Cabinet, its structure, and functions.
It marked a significant occasion as the school children engaged in discussion with the President, who presides over the Cabinet, where crucial national decisions are made.
Additionally, the President briefed the female students occupying ministerial roles in the Student Parliament about the duties, tasks, and responsibilities of the Cabinet.
Furthermore, the President emphasized the importance of fostering a strong understanding of the governmental system among the nation’s future generations.
In view of this momentous opportunity granted to the students of Mahamaya Balika Vidyalaya, Kadawatha, its Principal Mrs. W.R. Priyadarshanie conveyed her gratitude to President Wickremesinghe.
