Sri Lanka, July 3 -- The National Institute of Health Sciences (NIHS), Kalutara, the premier national training institution for public health in Sri Lanka, inaugurated its historic Centenary Congress on Wednesday (1), commemorating 100 years of dedicated service to the nation (1926 - 2026).

The celebration, held at the NIHS Auditorium in Kalutara, marked a century of pioneering achievements that have contributed significantly to strengthening Sri Lanka's public health system.

Addressing the gathering, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya described the Institute's centenary as a landmark moment in Sri Lanka's public health journey, recognising a century of service in developing the country's public health workforce and advancing preventi...