Colombo, Sri Lanka, March 11 -- Sri Lanka Air Force issued the following news release:
The Sri Lanka Air Force conducted the traditional Flags Blessing Ceremony today (11 March 2025) at the sacred 'Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi' Anuradapura as part of the 74th Anniversary celebrations. The occasion was graced by the presence of the Commander of the Air Force, Air Marshal Bandu Edirisinghe, along with the participation of all Base Commanders, Academy Commandant, Station Commanding Officers and Formation Commanding Officers.
In a ceremonial procession, flag-bearers assembled at the Welimaluwa (lower layer) while being accompanied by a vibrant pageant led by monks, who proceeded to the Udamaluwa for religious observances. Subsequently, all flags repre...