Green light for night races in Kandy

30 Apr 2013 - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

The Kandy Municipal Council has agreed to hold night races in Kandy streets and Mahanayaka Thero too have not objected holding the races, Kandy Mayor Mahendra Ratwatte said.

Leader of the Opposition Neeranjan Wijeyaratne told the Kandy Mayor Mahaendra Ratwatte that if the Mahanayke's have approved or have not objected for holding the night races in the historic city of Kandy, then a written statement signed by them must be tabled.

He further said the Council should get all the dues and a Memorandum of Undertaking should be embodied in this document.

The Finance Committee has approved the application of the organization that is conducting the night races scheduled for 17th and 18th of May 2013 in Kandy streets. Councillor Vipula Ransasinghe said there must be an Insurance policy for all spectators by the organizers and also that they should pay for the electricity used. (L.B. Seneratne)

Breaking News

Green light for night races in Kandy

Most Popular Articles

Breaking Down the Israel–Iran Conflict: What We Know So Far - Day 100

2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule in Sri Lankan Standard Time

Mother wins three-decade legal battle over property against son

Major food supplier fined for selling expired products

‘Jean Aunty’ chased away from Suresh Sallay’s protest at Fort

Hayleys obtains enjoining order against Wimal Weerawansa

Latest News

Hamilton wins first grand prix for Ferrari as Antonelli retires

Refugee-Turned-Star Irankunda delivers

Modified Dengue strain driving surge in cases: Health Ministry

Over 5,000 Bharatanatyam dancers in Colombo clinch Guinness World record

Court allows Tissa to seek answers from Prime Minister