Remembrance Day in Sri Lanka is observed every May 19 to commemorate the soldiers and civilians who died during the Sri Lankan Civil War, which lasted nearly 30 years. This observance was established in 2009, originally celebrated as Victory Day on May 18, marking the anniversary of the war's end. In 2015, President Maithripala Sirisena renamed it Remembrance Day and shifted the date to May 19. The Sri Lankan government organizes a grand military parade for this occasion, where top officials deliver solemn speeches followed by a moment of silence. Additionally, on May 18, Tamil people commemorate Mullivaikkal Remembrance Day, honoring their deceased during the civil war, although this observance is not officially recognized by the Sri Lankan government, which enforces security measures against it.