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‘The country must be opened up, giving priority to health care systems’
Nimal Lansa – State Minister for Rural Roads and Other Infrastructure
Nimal Lansa, State Minister for Rural Roads and Other Infrastructure, said that the hope of 22 million people is to open up the country under health care systems and to enable them to carry out their activities as usual and strengthen the economy.
State Minister, Nimal Lansa expressed these views while inaugurating road development projects in the Panadura electorate.
Minister further stated,
We never stopped road development when there was corona effect. We have to live with the corona subject to health advice. Accordingly, I and my Cabinet minister decided not to stop work. Four years later, the people will ask whether his excellency the President had fulfilled his promise of 100,000 km.
‘Our goal is to make the country corona-free by 2021. I urge the people of the country to support this by following health advice. Some opposition MPs want to keep the country closed. The 22 million people of the country hope to open up the country and return to normalcy.
‘More than 2 million people who are engaged in the tourism industry have been at home for 9 months unable to carry on the tourism business. People who work every day should be given the opportunity to do their work.
‘My personal opinion is that we need to live safely with covid. We have to go about our daily business. Or the country will fall and we will fall. We must be determined to win the country’s development in 2021 and the country’s economy in the face of covid 19.
‘We hope to open the airport after January 17th. Provide opportunities for those who wish to come to Sri Lanka from abroad. All of this is done by following health guidelines. PCR is done 72 hours before tourists arrive in Sri Lanka. After the tourist comes to Sri Lanka he does a PCR. When the tourist goes out after about 7 days, he does a PCR again. He does three PCRs.
‘2021 is an important year for all of us. As the world faces the Covid epidemic and the world economy goes downhill, we must be determined to open a few schools, open the country to business and make it the country with the best economy while carrying out day to day activities as usual. We must all unite for that.
‘The Rs. 129 million worth road development work in the Panadura electorate commenced today under the national program to develop 100,000 km and the distance to be developed under it is 9 km.’
State Minister of Women and Child Development, Preschools & Primary Education, School Infrastructure & Education Services, Piyal Nishantha , State Minister of Warehouse Facilities, Container Yards, Port Supply Facilities and Boats and Shipping Industry Development Jayantha Samaraweera, former members of the Western Provincial Council, Neil Sunethralal and Vikum Gunasekara, chairman of the Panadura Pradeshiya Sabha Hemantha Fernando, , Chief Engineer of the Road Development Authority Ms. Gayani Mullewithana and a group of officials of the Road Development Authority were present on the occasion.
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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