This country was united as a free country on a day like today (May 18), in 2009.
Every inch of our country and the two thirds of the coastal line was regained for our mother Lanka on a day like today, exactly five years ago.
Peace, stability, real democracy and every freedom were offered to Sri Lankan people on a day like this.
You can see the war heroes who sacrificed their limbs and eyes to gain this victory, are walking in this parade. The officers and other ranks, regiments who joined the humanitarian operation, are also walking along in this parade with their regimental flags.
Today we exhibit you the various kinds of weapons used to defeat the ruthless terrorist.
The troops that forged ahead in the battle front, defeating the enemy are walking in this parade. Are not we feel a pride when we witness them?
