D.R. Wijewardene birth anniversary

COLOMBO: The 120th birth anniversary of Lake House founder D.R. Wijewardene falls today. He was born on February 23, 1886. A series of religious events have been organised by the management and staff of the Associated Newspapers of Ceylon Limited to mark the anniversary.

Wijewardene pioneered the publication of a wide variety of newspapers in all three languages and was instrumental in guiding the ANCL to reach greater heights. He actively supported the independence struggle through ANCL newspapers.

A devout Buddhist, he contributed generously towards the development of many temples in the country.

He passed away in June 1950.
