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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.

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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Update #3\u00b7 May 27 · 2:46 AM

New reports indicate that alongside the National Vesak Festival commencing today, Vesak Week (May 27 - June 02) will feature programs under the theme "Healthy Life" (සෞඛ්ය සම්පන්න ජීවිතයක්). The Commissioner General of Buddhist Affairs, R.M.G. Senaratne, has also requested the public to prioritize virtuous practices and religious observances during the Vesak season.

Update #2\u00b7 May 27 · 1:46 AM

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake participated in the State Vesak festival in Matara today, May 27, 2026. The event, held at the Meddellewala Ancient Temple in Thihagoda, Matara, marks the commencement of Vesak Week, which will continue until June 02. The declared theme for Vesak Week is "Let's quickly align for the common good."

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