Special program to mark conquest

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Hoist National Flag at 8.30 a.m.

Observe two minutes silence to respect fallen war heroes at 8.35 a.m.

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The Government appealed to the people to pay their tribute to the heroic forces for their recent landmark victory over the LTTE stronghold, Kilinochchi. It yesterday directed all Government institutions to conduct a special program formulated by the Public administration and Home affairs Ministry to mark the recapture of Kilinochchi town tomorrow, January 5, Information Director Anusha Pelpita said in a press release.

The programs includes the hoisting of the National Flag at 8.30 a.m., observance of two minutes silence at 8.35 a.m. in remembrance of the fallen war heroes and conducting an Anusasana by a member of clergy and a brief speech over the importance of Kilinochchi town and its liberation from the clutches of terrorists.

The Government expects this program will also be launched in private sector institutions, throughout the country.