The final rites of renowned Sri Lankan vocalist Latha Walpola are scheduled to be conducted this evening (31) at the Borella General Cemetery, with full state honours.The veteran singer passed away on December 27 at the age of 91, leaving behind an extraordinary musical legacy that spanned several decades.
Her remains, which are currently lying in state at a private funeral parlour in Borella, will be taken to Independence Square, Colombo 07, at 10.00 a.m. today. Members of the public will be able to pay their respects at the venue from 10.00 a.m. until 2.00 p.m.
Following religious observances scheduled for 2.00 p.m., the remains will be taken to the Borella General Cemetery, where the final rites will be performed.
Born in Mount Lavinia in 1934, Latha Walpola began her musical journey at an early age, making her debut on Radio Ceylon in 1946, when she was just 12 years old. Over the course of her distinguished career, she recorded more than 6,000 songs, including performances in several foreign languages, cementing her place as one of Sri Lanka’s most prolific and celebrated singers.
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