World Children’s Day Celebrated Under the Theme “Strengthened Minds – Enriched Children “
To mark World Children’s Day, the Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia Municipal Council, together with the Independent Television Media Network (ITN), organized a special World Children’s Day celebration under the theme “Strengthened Minds – Enriched Children.” The event was held with the S. de S. Jayasinghe Stadium and the Dehiwala National Zoological Gardens serving as the main venues.
A number of organizations, including the Association for Sri Lanka – China Social and Cultural Cooperation, extended their support for the celebration. The event featured a wide range of activities, including children’s dance, singing and musical performances, as well as numerous sports and recreational events. Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya attended the occasion as the Chief Guest.
Parliamentarian Ms. Samanmali Gunasinghe, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia Municipal Council Mayor Mr. K. D. Parakum Shantha, Independent Television Media Network Chairman Mr. Priyantha Wedamulla, and many other distinguished guests were also present.
The Association for Sri Lanka – China Social and Cultural Cooperation organized two exhibition stalls as part of the celebration. The stalls featured a photographic exhibition offering insights into China, displays of Chinese handicrafts, carvings and sculptures, as well as several practical activities introducing visitors to the art of Chinese calligraphy.
A special feature of the event was an introduction to the unique Chinese tea culture, including an opportunity for participants to learn about traditional Chinese tea and taste authentic Chinese tea.
In addition, educational materials, including school exercise books and other stationery items, were distributed among the children who participated in the World Children’s Day celebrations.
This event, organized under the guidance of Mr. Indrananda Abeysekara ,President of the Association for Sri Lanka – China Social and Cultural Cooperation,was attended by the Association’s General Secretary Mr. Mahendra Wijetunga, National Organizer Nandasena Madhawanarachchi, Assistant Secretary A. I. M Zarookkhan, Vice Chairman of the ASLCSCC Media Council Nuwan Udara Karunarathna alongside Dr. Wan Li , Ms. Zheng Xinyun representing Chinese institutions.
Vinura Vinsara Karunarathna
