The State Vesak Festival officially began on Wednesday, May 27th, in the Matara District, with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake presiding over the inauguration ceremony. Held at the Midellawala Viharaya in Thihagoda, the national celebration is themed "Abhiththarētha Kalyāṇē" and is set to continue until June 2nd. This year's "Dakshina Prabha" National Vesak Festival is being held across Matara District, featuring distinct Prathipaththi Pooja and Amisa Pooja zones. The event commemorates the Buddhist Era 2570 and carries a message of collective welfare.
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President Dissanayake Opens National Vesak Festival in Matara
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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake opened Vesak Week May 27-June 2 in Matara.
Themes include "Common Good" and "Healthy Life" (සෞඛ්ය සම්පන්න ජීවිතයක්).
Celebrations at Thihagoda temple urge virtuous practices.
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Update #3\u00b7 May 27 · 2:46 AM
Update #2\u00b7 May 27 · 1:46 AM
