Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stressed that educational benefits must reach every child regardless of economic background or region, noting that a child’s future should be shaped by their effort and available opportunities.

She made these remarks as Chief Guest during the centenary celebration of Kekunagolla National School in Kurunegala, honouring past principals, teachers and parents who helped guide generations of students across its 100 year history.

Emphasizing that education goes beyond passing exams, the Prime Minister highlighted the core duty of schools to foster knowledge, creativity, unity and mutual respect among diverse religious and ethnic communities in regions like Kurunegala. 

She reaffirmed that ongoing government reforms will modernize the entire educational system introducing new curricula for Grades 2 and 6 in 2027 while upgrading subject content, teaching methods, teacher training, physical infrastructure and technology to bridge the gap between urban and rural schools. (Eduwire)