Issuing a message for Easter Sunday, President Ranil Wickremesinghe called on Sri Lankan citizens to unite with a common agenda and look forward. Wickremesinghe also stated that the groundwork had been laid to bring justice to the victims of the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings.
The full statement is as follows:
“Easter Sunday celebrates the ability of Lord Jesus Christ, as the Son of God, to transform lives by dispelling darkness in people’s minds and bringing hope to the world. With Easter commemorating the resurrection of Jesus, it is an occasion for us to reflect on the values of love, peace, and forgiveness as espoused by Him, which are at the core of Sri Lankan culture, and we must come together with family, friends, and communities, to solemnise the blessings life has to offer.
“We are presently seeking to overcome an era of unprecedented hardship, uncertainty, and disappointment and are looking forward to a better tomorrow. The Government is dedicated to realising the aspirations of all Sri Lankans regardless of race, religion, party, or colour. I strongly believe that we can overcome these challenges in the near future.
“However, it is crucial that we all unite on a common agenda that elevates us beyond narrow political objectives and regressive trends, and instead paves the way for the country toward progress. Let us all unite and work for a brighter future for Sri Lanka.
“I am very much aware of the extreme pain caused by the Easter Sunday attacks being still fresh in your minds, and I share that pain. I wish to reassure you that the legal proceedings related to this tragic incident are being processed independently and impartially, without any influence.
“The necessary groundwork towards this end has been laid, to ensure justice for all the victims. I pledge my unwavering commitment to ensuring the security of our country, by preventing any recurrence of such heinous acts. As we continue to face these challenges, let us draw strength from the spirit of Easter and its message of hope and renewal.
“May the Easter celebration bless the country with wisdom, positivity, and spiritual strength to overcome all its challenges. I extend my heartfelt wishes to all those who are celebrating the resurrection of Lord Jesus Christ, a meaningful and peaceful Easter.”
