The Clean Sri Lanka initiative, a flagship government programme aimed at building a thriving nation and improving quality of life, was launched in the Northern Province yesterday (13th) with a district-level event in Jaffna.
The launch coincided with the grand festival at the historic Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil, the President’s Media Division (PMD) reported.
Held under the theme “To Jaffna with Love – Clean Voyage of Unity,” the programme will run until 20th of August .
As part of its awareness campaign, a special promotional event took place aboard the iconic Yal Devi train, which departed Colombo for Jaffna at 6:40 a.m.
The ceremonial launch at Colombo Fort Railway Station was attended by Mr. Russel Aponso, Senior Additional Secretary to the President, according to the PMD.
The initiative aims to raise public awareness about the Clean Sri Lanka concept, encourage respect for public property, and promote ethical values.
Events were also organized to foster a positive perception of the railway transportation system—a treasured national asset—and to promote first aid awareness in emergencies.
Adding a cultural touch, the programme featured musical performances by prominent Sinhala and Tamil artists.
The initiative was organized by the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat, with support from Fairfirst Insurance, Sinhagiri (Pvt) Ltd., Samson Rubber Industries, and the Sri Lanka Red Cross Society.
