Deraniyagala Divisional Secretariat Commencement of Duties for the New Year 2022 was held on 03rd January 2022 at the Deraniyagala Divisional Secretariat premises giving priority to religious observances in accordance with the Health Guidelines.
The Venerable Maha Sangha chanted Seth Pirith, followed by the hoisting of the National Flag and the singing of the National Anthem, followed by a 2 minute silence to commemorate all those who sacrificed their lives for the country, including war heroes.
The entire staff then read out the Public Service Pledge / Affidavit and then delivered a short lecture by the Deraniyagala Health Medical Officer's Office emphasizing the responsibility of each individual, society and office to prevent the spread of the Covid 19 virus.
The inaugural session of the New Year 2022 concluded with a keynote address by the Divisional Secretary emphasizing the need for the public service to make a significant commitment to achieve the particular priorities and goals of the Government Policy Statement, with the greetings of the New Year.
