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    Proud to have an opportunity to establish world-level cultural centre in Jaffna – PM Modi

    March 16, 2015

    Laying the foundation stone for the iconic Jaffna Cultural Centre being built in Jaffna by Indian PM Modi said, India is proud to have an opportunity to establish a unique and world-level cultural centre in Jaffna.

     

    Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated to the ceremony of laying the foundation stone for the iconic Jaffna Cultural Centre held on Saturday (14) at the auditorium of Jaffna Public library.

     

    It is planned to build as a Cultural Centre of international standards with all facilities. 1.2 Billion rupees will be expended on the project.

     

    Indian Prime minister was welcome at the event by Northern Province Chief Minister C V Vigneswaran.

     

    While roads, airports and ports link people and show the development of a country, a library links generations of people and their histories to show the spiritual development of the people, PM Modi said at the event.

     

    Modi added that India and Sri Lanka are not just neighbors but have cultural and historical links.

     

    Modi assured the people of Jaffna that the task taken up by India in the construction of the cultural centre will be completed in time and will exceed their expectations.

     

    Extending his solidarity with the people of Jaffna, Modi said, "Jaffna is making a new mark for itself. The world is experiencing the message of peace from here".

     

    A 3d model of a Cultural Centre was presented by its architecture, Mr. Madhura Premathilaka while the ceremony. In accordance, the center will be included with a Cultural Museum, an Auditorium, a Public square, a learning square, a floating stage and a pedestrian strip.

    Last modified on Monday, 16 March 2015 09:53

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