SWRD Bandaranaike - a unique statesman

On September 26, 1959 Prime Minister S.W.R.D. Bandaranaike was assassinated in cold blood, by a person clad in yellow robes. Bandaranaike had an enlightened philosophy, the full realisation of which suffered certain setbacks.

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Sirimavo Bandaranaike and the mixed economy recipe

The sixth death anniversary of late Prime Minister Sirimavo R. D. Bandaranaike should help bring back to many a Lankan mind the diverse services rendered to this country by administrations led by her.

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Rooting out terror and protecting our image

The President's international image should not be permitted to be tarnished by the LTTE or any other group. We certainly know of his commitment to human and fundamental rights. The fact that he has invited Thondaman and accepted him into the Government is a great stride forward.

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