The 78th Independence Day celebration that reflects the collective identity of the Sri Lankan people. News Whisperer presents a post shared today on Facebook by Colombo Mayor Vraie Kelly Balthazaar, as it reflects the National People’s Power (NPP) government’s genuine commitment to building an inclusive society in a real and meaningful way. This is the post by Colombo Mayor Vraie Kelly Balthazaar: For as long as I can remember, Independence Day reflected a single identity. Because I didn’t always see myself in it, the celebration often felt more symbolic than personal. But today felt different. Today, I felt like there was a message meant for me. For the hundreds of thousands like me. A sense of togetherness and shared purpose that finally made sense to a mixed-race person, who has also long stood for equality and equity for all. Every choice made about the parade were deliberate decisions. The President’s speech focused on coming together, and the cultural presenta...
