As part of the 61st Independence Day celebrations in Kuwait, the Sri Lanka Cultural Association in collaboration with the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Kuwait organized the "Ranaviru Pranama" Musical Show at Handball Association Auditorium in Kuwait on 6th February in aid of "Ranaviru" Relief Fund of the Ministry of Defence. The Army Ranaviru Troupe which comprised of its founder, Lieutenant Colonel Rajitha Ampemohotti together with 11 other talented servicemen were specially flown in to Kuwait for the show with the courtesy of Sri Lankan airlines.  

The auditorium was packed with a large number of Sri Lankans well over 800 belonging to all communities. As the troupe arrived at the venue, the enthusiastic crowd gave them a rousing welcome with a thundering applause.

During the 4 - hour long performance, the troupe thrilled the audience with their superb display of talents in singing and rhythm. The students from the Sri Lanka school in Kuwait performed several cultural items to the delight of the audience. Among the invitees were Sri Lankan Ambassador Sarath Dissanayake, Sri Lankan Airline Manager, Mr. Fayaz Thaha, members of Sri Lankan Associations, leading businessmen, sponsors, well-wishers etc. The evening began with the lighting of the oil lamp followed by the observance of two minutes' silence in memory of the fallen heroes who scarified their life and limb for the unity and territorial integrity of Sri Lanka. 
 

In his welcome speech Mr. Gamini Wijeratne, President of the Sri Lanka Cultural Association thanked all those who helped to make this event possible and contributed for the "Ranaviru" Relief Fund. Sri Lankan Ambassador Sarath Dissanayake, the Chief Guest in his speech appealed to all Sri Lankans in Kuwait to support the Government's efforts to usher in peace and harmony for all Sri Lankans. Mr. Ali Mohamed Iqbal, the Secretary of the Association proposed the vote of thanks.