Business News from Sri Lanka: In an effort to inspire and revive the dreams of the children affected by the tragic incidents in Kochchikade which occurred on Easter Sunday, Rally to Care initiative by Dialog Foundation and the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo launched a unique programme, where more than 70 affected children were
brought together for a day of fun activities and entertainment, at Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo. Also present at the event were popular musicians and representatives from the Catholic Church who all contributed towards this cause.
Fr. Prasad Harshana, who spoke about how children should come together to create hope and reshape the future of our country, said, “You need to be prepared to make your dreams a reality and commit to it. We believe you have the strength to do so.”
Surprising the gathering, singer Sanuka Wickremasinghe joined in during a performance by an attendee and was subsequently joined by artists Bathiya and Santhush, further enhancing the experience for participants. During the programme, the children excitedly took part in sing-alongs and spent the day with their music idols, which was a whole new experience for them.
Speaking of his childhood dreams, singer Bathiya Jayakody said “We all have different kinds of difficulties, but the challenge is to overcome them. That is the real victory.”
The kids were thrilled to share their dreams with their beloved stars, and singer Santhush Weeraman, commenting on a young boy’s dream, said, “I believe there’s another dream we should speak about. That’s the dream of being a businessman. A successful businessman is an asset to the nation today. We often see an entrepreneur as a money-maker, but that’s not the case.
A successful businessman is looking for responses to solve social problems. A product or a service may be the solution. It creates a beneficial social effect through this. An entrepreneur’s first objective is not to create cash, but to recognize and solve society’s true requirements. Its achievement in your future will create a difference. Therefore, you must first recognize who you are.
“St. Anthony’s Church Parish Priest in Kochchikade Rev. Fr. Jude Raj Fernando said, “Our future is children. It is our duty to provide them with a secure setting. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all the children who attended the event, to the Dialog Foundation’s Rally to Care initiative and to the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo, as well as to all those who participated today.
“The Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo and Rally to Care initiative delighted the group of children with a star-class experience as well as multiple interactive and entertaining activities to provide them with the opportunity to participate.
The Rally to Care initiative will continue its aid disbursement initiatives together with its partners World Vision Lanka, Sarvodaya, My Doctor, Vision Care and Ratmalana Audiology Centre.
