President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attended the 37th Commemoration of the November Heroes, held today (13) at the Viharamahadevi Open Air Theatre in Colombo.
The commemorative event was organised by the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) to mark the 37th anniversary of the November Heroes.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has vowed that his party will not abandon its long-standing goal of building a just society, which it has pursued for more than six decades.
Addressing the 37th November Heroes’ Commemoration, held this afternoon (13) at the Viharamahadevi Open Air Theatre in Colombo, the President said the people had entrusted his party with governing the country and that the Government could be criticised in a civilised manner at any time.
He stressed that his Government remained committed to fulfilling the aspirations of the people while responding to public criticism.
The 37th November Heroes’ Commemoration was organised by the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) in memory of its founder, Rohana Wijeweera, and other party members who lost their lives.
JVP General Secretary Tilvin Silva, ministers, parliamentarians, party activists and a large number of supporters attended the event.
Floral tributes were paid in remembrance of those who lost their lives.
In his address, President Dissanayake reflected on the sacrifices made by people throughout history in the pursuit of a better society.
He noted that while individuals may make sacrifices for their own interests, dedicating one's life to the common good and social justice was a particularly significant sacrifice.
He described the November Heroes’ Commemoration as a tribute to those who fought courageously against oppression, inequality and exploitation in Sri Lankan society.
The President also said he remained committed to fulfilling the aspirations of the people and his party while being prepared to face public criticism.
