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03rd April 2021 16:31:05 Hours

Troops Assist Completion & Opening of Mailankarachchi Temple's Relic Chamber

Army troops, together with devotees in the area assisted the construction and opening of the new relic chamber (Dhatu Mandiraya) at Mailankarachchi Sri Mahindaraama Temple in Welikanda area and its opening ceremony during 27-28 March.

Under the supervision of the Commander 233 Brigade, Colonel Wasantha Hewage and Lieutenant Colonel S.P.A Senarathne, Commanding Officer, 6 Gajaba Regiment camp took the lead in constructing and opening of it after an all-night 'Pirith' chanting ceremony at the temple premises. Offer of ‘Heel Dana’ (breakfast) following morning brought the opening ceremony to end.

Mr. K.P Thissera of Wadduwa donated Rs. 1.6 million for construction of the chamber and the opening ceremony.

A 'Sil' observing programme on Madin Full Moon Poya day (28) added importance to the event, organized on the advice of the incumbent at the temple. Running Sneakers Store | adidas garwen spezial white shoes - New In Shoes for Men