Sri Lanka Police Celebrates Deepavali with Unity and Devotion

The festival of Deepavali, celebrated with great devotion by Hindus across the world to mark the triumph of good over evil and the victory of light over darkness, falls on October 20, 2025.

Recognizing the importance of religious harmony in fostering peace and unity in Sri Lanka a nation progressing with a spirit of brotherhood the Sri Lanka Police, under the direction of the Inspector General of Police, Attorney-at-Law Mr. Priyantha Weerasooriya, has initiated special security and facilitation measures over the next two days. These efforts aim to ensure that the Hindu community can celebrate the Deepavali festival safely and joyfully in all Tamil-populated regions of the country.

As part of these celebrations, the main Deepavali ceremony of the Sri Lanka Police was held on October 18, 2025, at the Bambalapitiya Kadireshan Kovil. The event brought together serving and retired Tamil police officers in a vibrant display of cultural and religious unity.

Organized by the Buddhist and Religious Affairs Association of the Sri Lanka Police, the event was graced by the presence of the Hon. Arun Hemachandra, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment, as the chief guest.

The religious observance featured traditional Hindu rituals and captivating cultural performances that highlighted the spirit of Deepavali. The event concluded successfully with the participation of several senior police officers, including Senior DIG (Administrative Division) Mr. Lalith Pathinayake, Senior DIG (Western Province) Mr. Sanjeewa Dharmaratne, Senior DIG (Training and Advanced Training Division) Mr. S.C. Medawatte, and DIG (Colombo Division) Mr. Nishantha Zoysa, among others.

The celebration served as a meaningful reminder of Sri Lanka’s cultural diversity and the Sri Lanka Police’s continued commitment to promoting peace, unity, and mutual respect among all communities.