Embassy of Sri Lanka in Kathmandu celebrated Sri Lanka's 62ndNational Day in Nepal on 4th February 2010. A flag hoisting ceremony was conducted at the Embassy Premises with the participation of the Sri Lanka community in Nepal under the guidance of H.E. Thosapala Hewage, Ambassador of Sri Lanka in Nepal.
A Religious programme of all believes was also held at the Chancery premises to commemorate this important day. An alms giving was organized at the Embassy premises for nearly 20 religious dignitaries of all faiths.
Embassy had organized a reception at Hotel Hyatt Regency, Kathmandu of which the Chief Guest was Hon. Sujata Koirala, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Nepal. A large number of prominent politicians of Nepal, resident Ambassadors and members of the Diplomatic corps, members of business community and other prominent personalities were present at this event.
A Cultural troupe was flown to Kathmandu from Sri Lanka with the courtesy of Ministry of Cultural Affairs & National Heritage to perform at this event.
Distinguished guests were able to get a glimpse of traditional Sri Lankan dances that added colourful to the function.
On the 5th of February 2010 Sri Lanka Embassy in Kathmandu also organized a Sri Lankan Traditional Dance Performance at the Russian Cultural Centre. This public performance was opened for all and saw a larger gathering of Nepalese who witnessed the event.
Embassy of Sri Lanka
Kathmandu
05-02-2010
