The National Program to celebrate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities was held on 03.12.2024 at the Polhena Beach in Matara, with the aim of promoting tourism by improving accessibility for persons with disabilities under the theme "Expanding their leadership for an inclusive sustainable future". The event was attended by the Secretary of the Ministry of Rural Development, Community Safety and Social Empowerment, staff officers and other officers, officers of the Matara District Secretariat, persons with disabilities and other invited guests. A number of recreational programs were organized for persons with disabilities on that day.