08th November 2022 22:24:27 Hours
51 Division troops of the Security Force Headquarters - Jaffna at the request of the Jaffna Sri Naga Viharaya Viharadhikari Shasthrapathi Ven. Meegahajandure Siriwimala Thero gave their cooperation for preparations and conduct of the annual ‘Katina Cheevara Pooja’ ceremony at the temple premises.
Following guidelines given by Major General Mahendra Fernando, General Officer Commanding, 51 Division, it was held during 5-6 November.
Few donors have provided financial support towards the success of the annual ‘Katina Pooja’ through the coordination of the SFHQ-Jaffna.
The Commander Security Forces -Jaffna, Major General Chandana Wijayasundara gave blessings to the project. Dhamma sermons and religious activities preceded the ‘Katina Cheevara Pooja’ which was brought from the Headquarters 512 Infantry Brigade and offered to the Maha Sangha. The alms-giving (morning and afternoon) and offering of ‘Atapirikara’ to Bhikkhus marked the culmination of the Pinkama.
Religious Dignitaries, Adheenam, Vicar General Jaffna and Asees Moulavi, Government Officials such as Consul General of India, Chief Secretary - Northern Province, Additional District Secretary - Jaffna, Provincial Director - Department of Health Service, General Officer Commanding 51, 52 and 55 Infantry Divisions, Commander Forward Maintenance Area (North), Brigade Commanders 512, 513 and 515 Infantry Brigades, Officers of Sri Lanka Navy, Air Force and Police were present during the ceremonies.
