April 20

This is 20th of April. It is day 110 of the year. As of today, there are 255 days left until the end of the year. If you are curious about the most important and notable historical footprint of Sri Lanka, let us delve into more On This Day events to uncover fascinating tidbits from the nation's history that covers for 365 days.

Today’s Highlight

• 1954 – The University of Peradeniya, originally the University of Ceylon, was officially opened in the presence of Queen Elizabeth II, by Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
• 1990 – Sri Lanka established diplomatic relations with Somalia.
• 1991 – Rebels attacked the village of Niyadella in Okkampitiya, Moneragala district, killing 21 men, women, and children.
• 1994 – Sri Lanka established diplomatic relations with Tajikistan.
• 2000 – The Battle for the A-9 highway, fought between the LTTE and the Sri Lankan Army in Kilinochchi District, lasted nearly a month. The Tigers emerged victorious, with both sides losing hundreds of soldiers and cadres.
• 2009 – Shelling in Mathalan and Pokkanai in Mullaitivu killed about 300 people.
• 2011 – Sri Lanka established diplomatic relations with Rwanda.