Conceptual Shift within Society towards Individuals with Special Needs– State Minister Anupa Pasqual

The phrase Kana Muttiya Bindeema and Andhayata Kiri Kaweema has been updated to Vasana Muttiya Bindeema and Sagayata Kiri Kaweema. This alteration, announced in the context of New Year celebrations, is intended to foster a conceptual shift within society regarding differently-abled individuals, stated Social Empowerment State Minister Anupa Pasqual.

State Minister Pasqual made these remarks at a press briefing titled “Collective Path to a Stable Country” held at the President Media Centre (PMC) on Monday (8).

“Following the last quarter of this year, the Economic shrinkage in our country has diminished, and we now possess the capacity to switch to a prosperous Economy in 2024. A primary goal of our Economic policy programme was to address the issue of unaffordable living costs for consumers. However, compared with last year, people are actively engaging in their daily activities and celebrating the New Year in the traditional manner this time.”

“Furthermore, for this Sinhala and Tamil New Year, all banks affiliated with the Samurdhi programme have organised 1,089 celebrations islandwide.”

“Special focus has been directed towards the differently-abled community, with efforts aimed at reforming societal attitudes. Traditionally, practices such as Kana Muttiya Bindeema and Andhayata Kiri Kaweema have been rejected by society, a sentiment shared by our Ministry. Instead, organisers are encouraged to adopt the names Vasana Muttiya Bindeema and Sagayata Kiri Kaweema to foster a shift in societal perceptions. Additionally, numerous special programmes have been arranged for the differently-abled community during all festive occasions throughout the year.”

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