Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- The government bears the collective responsibility of steering the country towards a "new era of revival" by bringing about a transformation in attitudes through policy and structural reforms, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya said.

In her Thai Pongal message, she said " as a government, we have accepted this responsibility and embarked with determination on a new year dedicated to the advancement of our nation even amidst numerous challenges"

"I extend my heartfelt greetings to the Tamil people in Sri Lanka and abroad who celebrate the Thai Pongal festival, marking a pride tradition that expresses gratitude for the dignity of labour and the protection bestowed by nature.

This noble festivity manifests the world t...