Towards peace and prosperity

The Sinhala and Tamil year falls on April 14, 2011 and it is one of the most important and enjoyable festivals lavishly celebrated as it marks the beginning of the traditional New Year.
In fact, this New Year emphasises the underlying oneness of our society. It reflects the homogeneity of thought and tradition that binds those born in our soil whether they live in North or in South. A common mood of festivity of goodwill and of generosity, the nearness of their astrological timing, the parallels in ritualistic observances, all confirm deeply rooted historical associations. These bonds show themselves large enough to establish a common allegiance, a common identity with the land of their birth.
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