Agreement to hold State Vesak Festival on May 30

Saturday, 24 January 2026 - 16:05

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The Poya Committee has reached a consensus to hold this year's State Vesak Festival on May 30.

Minister of State Administration and Home Affairs, Professor Chandana Abeyratne, visited the Chief Prelates of the Asgiri and Malwatta Chapters today (24), to formally brief them on the decision.


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