First Lady opens flower show

P. Rajaratnam

NUWARA ELIYA: The First Lady Shiranti Rajapaksa opened the Traditional Flower Show at Victoria Park, with all pomp and pageantry, organised by the Nuwara Eliya Municipal Council.

This exhibition comprises an array of exotic flowers grown and exhibited by both the residents and other commercial establishments here.

The Central Province Governor Tikiri Kobbekaduwa, who was the guest of honour spelled out President Rajapaksa's determined efforts to make Nuwara Eliya a tourist resort of international fame with the assistance of the Nuwara Eliya Municipal Council and other related agencies in the country.

He said that the flowers which were displayed should get into the hearts of the masses, and work towards the unity and prosperity of the country.

Mayor Chandanalal Karunaratne, who welcomed the large gathering and the distinguished visitors, said that Nuwara Eliya which had figured as the premier flower growing and horticulturist resort will embark on these profitable ventures.

He said that the desire of his Municipal Council was to see that Nuwara Eliya's city and its suburbs continue to figure as a tourist resort of world fame, and for the benefit of the residents here.

The prize distribution among the winners took place on Friday.