Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa called for the creation of an empathetic society where individuals respect one another's cultural and religious identities. In a message released for Thai Pongal today (15), he emphasised that the stability of a multi-ethnic and multi-lingual society depends on the collective commitment to honouring diverse cultural values.

He noted that Thai Pongal serves as a profound lesson in gratitude, extending love and respect not only to fellow humans but also to nature and livestock. According to the Opposition Leader, current global conflicts and natural disasters stem from a significant distortion of the human mind and a disconnect from the natural world. Understanding the deeper meanin...