Sri Lankan Prime Minister Highlights Pet Ownership and Street Animal Welfare at Expo

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized that pet ownership is a significant part of the culture and that protecting street animals is a collective responsibility. She made these remarks while attending the opening ceremony of "PET EXPO 2026" as the chief guest at the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall.

The exhibition was organized by the Sri Lanka Small Animal Veterinarians Association. During the event, the Prime Minister visited the "Aloka" exhibition booth, which was set up to raise public awareness about the safety and welfare of street animals. This initiative aims to educate the community on responsible pet ownership and the importance of caring for animals in need.

As part of the official launch of the "Aloka" booth, the Prime Minister formally handed over a street puppy to an applicant seeking to provide it with a home. This symbolic act underscored the event's focus on finding safe and caring environments for stray animals, promoting adoption, and encouraging community involvement in animal welfare efforts.

The "PET EXPO 2026" serves as a platform to promote responsible pet ownership and highlight the needs of street animals in Sri Lanka. The event encourages public engagement and aims to foster a greater sense of responsibility towards all animals within the community.