Today, May o1st marks International Labour Day which is dedicated to recognizing workers and labourers and their rights. International Labour Day is celebrated across the world on the 1st of May every year and considered a public holiday in many countries. Marking a new milestone in the ongoing struggle for labour rights, the Sri Lankan working class united with workers around the world and thereby Sri Lanka celebrated its first Labour Day in 1927. By 1947, labourers' struggles in the country had intensified. Yet, it is our responsibility to recognize the rights of labourers and appreciate their hard work and dedication while celebrating International Labour Day today.

Source: The Nation May 01, 2021 00:00 UTC