New Year gift parcels were distributed to children under the care of 336 child development centres countrywide on a concept by president Ranil Wickremesinghe.
It commenced yesterday morning (13) from Colombo, Kalutara, and Gampaha and spanned the entire day, ensuring every district was covered as children received New Year sweets and gift parcels.
It was carried out in collaboration with the private sector, notably the Ceylon Biscuit Company and the President’s Office.
It was themed “Happy New Year to Children in Orphanages,” aimed at spreading joy to every child, regardless of their circumstances.
Accompanied by the President’s New Year message, over 10,000 sweets and gift parcels were distributed among the children.
The Army facilitated the distribution of these gift parcels at 336 centres.
