Consulate General of India
Hambantota
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Press Release
 
75th Independence Day of India celebrations in Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Consulate General of India, Hambantota in Sri Lanka celebrated the 75^th Independence Day on August 15, 2021 in strict compliance with Covid-19 protocol. Consul General of India, Hambantota Mr. Dipin P.R hoisted the national flag and other Consulate officials attended the event. This year’s celebration was part of the “Azadi Ka Amrit Mohotsav” initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in March 2021, to commemorate 75 year of progressive and self-reliant India. 

02.          As a part of these celebrations, the Consulate also organized special Alms (Dana) giving ceremony for the Buddhist Monk in Hambantota Nibbaramaya Temple to invoke blessings of the Noble Triple Gems for the health and well-being of people of Sri Lanka & India. Prayers and blessings chanting were also performed for the continued strong, friendly and bilateral relations between Sri Lanka & India. 

03.          On the eve of the Independence Day, UNESCO World Heritage Galle Fort, Rabindranath Tagore Memorial Auditorium and Consulate General of India, Hambantota were illuminated with colours of Indian flag. A number of events are being held in Southern Province & Monaragala District in Sri Lanka under the “Azadi Ka Amrit Mohotsav” initiative

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16^th August 2021

Hambantota