Sri Lanka commemorates 142nd birth anniversary of C.W.W. Kannangara
The 142nd birth anniversary of Dr. Christopher William Wijekoon Kannangara, revered as the “Father of Free Education” in Sri Lanka, was commemorated on October 12, 2026, at the Ministry of Education premises in Isurupaya, Battaramulla.
A special remembrance ceremony was held at the statue of Dr. C.W.W. Kannangara to honor his monumental contributions toward securing the right to education for all citizens of Sri Lanka.
Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Dr. Harini Amarasuriya led the floral tributes at the statue. She was joined by Deputy Minister of Education and Higher Education Dr. Madhura Seneviratne, Deputy Minister of Vocational Education Nalin Hewage and senior officials from the Ministry of Education. (Eduwire)
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