Sri Lanka Deputy High Commission in Chennai held its National Event commemorating the 72nd Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka on 04 th February 2020. The event commenced with the hoisting of the National Flag of Sri Lanka by the Deputy High Commissioner of Sri Lanka for Southern India Mr. V. Krishnamoorthy. A large number of Sri Lankans living in India attended the event. An evening reception was hosted for diplomats, government officials and dignitaries. Colourful dancing performances by the renown Channa-Upuli dancing troupe was a part of the event.