Firecrackers being prepared for packing ahead of the Sinhala and Hindu New Year at the town of Kimbulapitiya (near Negombo), about 37 km from Colombo. This town is famous for firecrackers and manufacturers say there is huge demand this year. Pic by Eshan Fernando

 

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