His Eminence, Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith, the Archbishop of Colombo, solemnly paid his respects to Tilina Harshani, a victim of the tragic Easter Sunday terror attack on Katuwapitiya Church in 2019, who succumbed to her injuries five years after the incident.

The 2019 attack, which targeted multiple locations and shocked the nation, claimed numerous lives and left many families devastated. Harshani, a devoted mother of three, was severely injured in the bombing, which also took the life of one of her children who was with her at the church.

Cardinal Ranjith visited Harshani's home last night to offer condolences and express solidarity with her grieving family. He provided comfort and support during this difficult time, emphasizing the community's shared sorrow and resilience.

Today, family, friends, and community members will gather to bid farewell to Harshani, whose life was tragically cut short by senseless violence. The last rites will be held, marking a poignant moment of mourning and reflection for all those affected by the 2019 Easter attacks.