The present government was able to achieve several victories to the country due to the firm decisions taken with self confidence, added the President while addressing the people in Yatawatte, Matale on Saturday.

He further emphasised that a  leader who bows down to the whims and fancies of others cannot lead a country to prosperity and as such people should closely monitor the actions of some of our politicians and take decisions intelligently.

Throughout the whole day, the President visited various areas in the Matale Districts and arrived at Yatawatte area around 5pm where he was warmly greeted by a large crowd.

Minister Rohana Kumara Dissanayake was also present.(KH)