The mortal remains of the late “Songbird of the Nation”, Latha Walpola, have been placed for public viewing once again today (29) at a private funeral parlour in Borella.
Since yesterday afternoon (28), a large number of mourners have been arriving to pay their final respects to the legendary vocalist, whose passing has left a deep void in Sri Lanka’s cultural landscape.
The final rites of Latha Walpola will be conducted with full State honours on Wednesday, the 31st.
The iconic singer passed away last Saturday while receiving treatment at the Sri Jayewardenepura Hospital. She was 91 years old at the time of her demise.
Her body was brought to the Borella funeral parlour yesterday afternoon to allow the public to bid farewell. From 4.00 p.m. onwards, artists, political leaders, and admirers from all walks of life gathered to honour her memory.
Members of the public have been given the opportunity to pay their last respects again today, from 10.00 a.m., as the nation continues to mourn one of its most cherished musical voices.
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