We aspire to build a nation where all citizens coexist in peace and resilience for the future generation.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the government is ready to listen to the people and aspire to ensure a peaceful and united nation for future generations.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while addressing public gatherings on April 20 at the Manik Farm Community Development Centre in Settikulam and the Ukkulankulam Ground in the Vanni electoral district.

The current Parliament has the highest number of female representation in Parliament in history. Previously, women constituted less than 5% of Parliament out of the total number of 225 cabinet representation. However, 52% of the country’s population are women.

Women play a significant role in sustaining the economy, maintaining family structures, and upholding society yet their representation in decision-making bodies has been limited. Therefore, we urge you to elect not only male representation to Parliament but also more female representatives from the Vanni district in the upcoming elections.

Vavuniya is currently developing into a thriving city. Therefore, essential services expected from provincial councils must be effectively delivered. Local government bodies should actively participate in the development of the rural sector.

We recognize that education holds significant value for the people of the North. You place great importance on education. However, the country’s education system has deteriorated and weakened. Specifically, the lack of necessary attention to the education sector in the North has made it more challenging compared to other regions. Moreover, I have learned of a more alarming issue that the diminishing value placed on education by young men and women. Clandestine Drug Distribution and alcohol are now readily visible in everywhere. There are no avenues for youth to find joy while avoiding these substances. The underdevelopment of fields such as science, arts, and drama has left them without means to find happiness. Therefore, significant interventions must be necessary.

If you elect a group that is free from corruption and fraud, we can allocate funds without hesitation, ensuring they reach the appropriate hands. These funds can then be directed towards the development of your village. That is why your choice is important.

The events were attended by Deputy Minister of Co-operative Development, Upali Samarasinghe, Vavuniya District MPs S. Thileepan and M. Jegatheeswaran, along with the local government candidates and residents.

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Thirteen years of continuous education recognized as a right of every child

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya announced that a new initiative aimed at eliminating the existing disparities among schools across the country will be launched in 2026 as a key objective of the forthcoming education reform. The Prime Miniter made these remarks while addressing a public gathering of the NPP movement, held at the Irattaperiyakulam Town Hall in Vanni District on April 20.

The Prime Minister further emphasized that every child will be guaranteed the right to thirteen years of uninterrupted education, ensuring that no child is left behind with the introduction to a education system that shifts from the current exam-centric education model to a more inclusive and comprehensive education system in the near future.

The Prime Minister stated that in order to achieve a broader transformation in the education sector, the changes to the school curriculum, teaching methodologies, examination systems, classroom design, and educational infrastructure should be implemented and that this year national budget has allocated the highest-ever investment in the history of Sri Lanka for the advancement of education.

The Prime Minister stressed the importance of enhancing teacher training in preparation for the new education reforms and improving the facilities at teacher training institutions. Further, the prime minister announced that the Sinhala-medium Teacher Training College in the Vavuniya District, which has remained closed for several years, will be rapidly renovated and reopened under the budget provisions.

The Prime Minister reiterated that the vision of the NPP led government is to establish an education system that fosters the development of essential life skills, strengthens the character of students, and ensures the true realization of the goals of a free and empowering education.

The event was attended by the Deputy Minister of Co-operative Development, Upali Samarasinghe, Vavuniya District Members of Parliament S. Thilakanathan and M. Jegatheeswaran, along with NPP candidates of the Vavuniya East Pradeshiya Sabha and a large number of local residents.

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The notion of “nationalism serves as the final refuge for the politically abandoned” is being visibly confirmed.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that individuals entangled in corrupt politics are currently in a state of visible unease, and that the notion that nationalism has become the final refuge of those politically abandoned is being strongly confirmed in recent times.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while addressing a public meeting of the NPP movement on April 20 at the Nedunkeni Cultural Hall in the Vanni District.

Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister stated:

"In the past, the political landscape of our country was fragmented into Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Hill Country politics and treated separately. Politicians upheld their political culture by dividing communities based on region and ethnicity and it is within such framework that corruption in politics took place. It is said that nationalism is the final refuge of the politically orphaned but we are well aware that you elect our government by rejecting ethnic and religious divisions, with the firm intention of transforming that outdated political culture. For the first time in the history, the people cast their votes based on policy and vision, rather than the identity or affiliation.

"Yesterday, I participated in several public meetings in the Kilinochchi District and visited a number of households in the area. In almost every home, at least one family member has migrated abroad, separated from their loved ones. The fundamental reason for this is the lack of opportunities for economic advancement in rural areas."

"For far too long, the rural development has been neglected, not due to the lack of fund allocations at the provincial council level, but because those in positions of power failed to show sensitivity to the needs of the people.

Provincial councils are intended to facilitate essential community development, including roads, drainage systems, preschools, and bus terminals. These are basic needs that directly impact the daily lives of the citizens. We have endured considerable hardship, and it is time to break this cycle. Our aspiration is to bequeath a prosperous and dignified nation to the generations that follow."

The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Co-operative Development Upali Samarasinghe, Member of Parliament M. Jegatheeswaran, provincial council candidates representing the NPP, and a large number of local residents.

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As Christians in Sri Lanka and around the world celebrate the resurrection of Christ, we are reminded of the enduring power of hope, renewal, and compassion. Easter is a time to reflect on our shared humanity and the values that unite us faith, love, and resilience in the face of adversity. I extend my heartfelt wishes to all Sri Lankans celebrating this sacred occasion. May this Easter bring peace, strength, and spiritual renewal to you and your families.

As we mark this day of joy and reflection, we also solemnly remember the horrific events of Easter Sunday, April 21, 2019. Today, six years later, the pain remains, and so does our responsibility. We stand in solidarity with the families of the victims, with the Christian community, and with all citizens who continue to seek truth and justice.

As a government, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that justice is served. Ongoing efforts to investigate the attacks and uncover all truths without obstruction or delay remain a top priority.

Accountability, transparency, and genuine justice are essential to honouring the memory of the victims and restoring public trust.
Let us move forward with strength and unity, upholding the dignity of every life and working toward a future where everyone deserves equality and justice.

Wishing you all a peaceful and blessed Easter.

Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.
Prime Minister,
Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka.
20th April 2025.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized the importance of directing the special attention towards development initiatives and improving the livelihoods of individuals residing in areas affected by the war.

Prime Minister made these remarks yesterday (19th) while addressing a public gathering organized by the National People’s Power (NPP) in Palai and Poonakary in the Kilinochchi District.

In her address, Prime Minister Dr. Amarasuriya stated:

"Kilinochchi is a district where communities endured immense hardship throughout the period of War. A significant number of individuals in this area have been left disabled as a consequence of the war. I have come to understand that many parents of today’s younger generation were among those severely impacted during that time.

A large number of women in the Northern and Eastern provinces are currently burdened with microfinance loans, which they obtained either to support their families or to ensure the education of their children.

In some areas, there are no cemeteries available for individuals to be laid to rest with dignity, an issue that is profoundly sensitive.

Further, some areas are facing challenges with access to clean drinking water, with high salinity levels causing severe hardship to local residents. In addition, there is a lack of adequate schools for children.

These are not insurmountable issues. They are solvable concerns. However, previous administrations have failed to recognize them, which is why the people continue to suffer.

Even sixteen years after the end of the war, while we see coconut and palmyrah trees being replanted, the real question remains that how much have these areas have truly changed? Has there been a meaningful improvement in the quality of life of the people? An objective examination of the challenges faced by these communities clearly highlights the urgent need for targeted attention.

In the Northern and Eastern provinces, basic necessities such as education, healthcare, transportation, and sustainable livelihoods remain unmet, even years after the end of the War. It is therefore imperative to establish directing local leadership at the local level.

There are focused efforts to develop the Northern and Eastern provinces into regions capable of attracting tourism, thereby strengthening the local economy."

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya called upon the public to join hands with the NPP, which remains committed to democratic principles and community engagement, in building empowered and progressive Local Governments and municipal councils in the future.

The event was attended by Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, Ramalingam Chandrasekaran, NPP Member of Parliament for the Jaffna District, Ilankumaran Karunanandan, NPP candidates from the Kilinochchi District, as well as a large number of local residents.

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Let us come together to build a country where future generations will not have to experience the pain and violence of war."

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that only a small amount of the funds allocations has actually reached for the development of the rural sector, and that due to the diversion of these funds into the pockets of certain individuals, proper development has not taken place.

The Prime Minister made these remarks while attending public gatherings held on April 19 near the Nattankondal Public Market Complex belongs to the Manthei East Pradeshiya Sabha in the Mullaitivu District, and at the public library premises belonging to the Thunukkai Pradeshiya Sabha in the Mallavi area.

Addressing the public gatherings, the Prime Minister further stated:

In 2024, taking the initiative to change the past 76 years of traditional political system that the country has persisted, you gave us a historic victory by placing your trust in us, and we are committed to honoring that trust.

I was informed that there is a shortage of doctors and that there is no surgical theatre in the nearest hospital requiring the patients to travel nearly 50 kilometers to access a hospital with surgical facilities. I was also informing that students who wish to pursue A /Level studies in science have no teachers in their local school and are required to travel about 50 kilometers to another school offering science education.

We are aware that the people in this area are suffering due to the lack of proper public transport, education, and electricity facilities. That is why you have elected us expecting to change these conditions. We must create opportunities for every child to develop their professional life according to their talents and skills. I assure you that this government will take initiative to make that happen.

According to the previous political system, when funds were allocated for development of the rural sector, about 75% ended up in the pockets of individuals, and only a small amount actually reached the villages. That is the reason why these areas remain underdeveloped to this day.

The Prime Minister further added that the 2025 budget has allocated a significant amount of funds for the development of the rural economy and it is essential to elect a team for leadership at the local government level that could implement the development projects with honestly and transparently, and free from corruption and fraud. In such cause, the team of the National People’s Power is the most suitable group for this responsibility.

The Prime Minister addressing further, "Not only have the basic facilities been destroyed in these areas, but also a vast number of human lives. Some still haven’t received answers about what happened to their loved ones. Thousands of mothers and wives across the country continue to grieve, searching for answers about what happened to their children, husbands, and family members. We pledge to intervene in the search for those answers and ensure that such tragedies never occur again,"

The Prime Minister also stated that the National People’s Power is the non-racist, fair, and equal platform dedicated to working for the people of a culturally diverse country and invited everyone to take the next step in the historic transformative journey that the people of this country began in 2024, by uniting in the upcoming 2025 local government elections to build a clean and transparent local and municipal council system for the future.

The event was attended by Vanni District Members of Parliament Mr. Meiyilvaganam Jegatheeswaran and Mr. S. Thileepan, Thunukkai Pradeshiya Sabha candidate and team leader Mr. Ganesapulle Madanaraj, along with other candidates and a large number of local residents.

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