Sri Lanka, Jan. 31 -- All arrangements have been made to hold the 77th Independence Day celebrations in a dignified manner at a lesser cost at the Independence Square under the theme "Let's Align for National Revival with an objective of instilling a sense of pride of the nation, said Public Administration, Provincial Councils, and Local Government Minister Professor Chandana Abeyratne.

Speaking at a press conference in Colombo Public Admistration and Home Affairs and Provincial Councils Minister Dr.Chandana Abeyratne said the Ministry has planned this year's celebration to be conducted at a lower cost, with minimal inconvenience to the public and with increased public participation.

Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal (retired) Sampath ...