Bangladesh High Commission Commemorates 54th Anniversary
of Independence and National Day
March 27, 2025
The High Commission of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh in Sri Lanka celebrated the 54th Anniversary of Independence and National Day of Bangladesh with a grand event at the Kingsbury Hotel in Colombo on Wednesday (Mar 26).
The occasion was honoured by the presence of the Minister of Labour, Hon. Anil Jayantha Fernando, who attended as the Chief Guest. Also present were Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) and Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd).
Bangladesh’s High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, H.E. Andalib Elias, extended a warm welcome to all attendees. He was accompanied by Commodore M. Moniruzzaman, Defence Advisor at the Bangladesh High Commission, in receiving the distinguished guests.
In his address, the High Commissioner underscored the longstanding bilateral relations between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, highlighting their shared historical and diplomatic ties.
The ceremony saw the participation of the Deputy Speaker, parliamentarians, members of the diplomatic corps, Tri-Forces commanders, officials from the Bangladesh High Commission and other esteemed guests.
