President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has expressed hope that Sri Lanka’s journey towards becoming an ‘Island of Peace and Humanity’ will be further strengthened in his Deepavali message.

He highlighted the festival’s significance as a symbol of the triumph of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance, noting that its true meaning lies in promoting love, compassion, brotherhood and humanity.

The President also reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to building an inclusive society that respects all religious and cultural identities and ensures equality and dignity for everyone.

He extended his wishes for a peaceful, joyful and prosperous Deepavali to Hindu devotees in Sri Lanka and around the world.