In Pixs: 75th Independence Day of India at Param Dhamma Chaitya Pirivena, Ratmalana

The 75th Independence Day of India was celebrated on 15 August 2021 at Param Dhamma Chaitya Pirivena, Ratmalana with great fervor.  Ven. Dr. Mapalagama Wipulasara Maha Thera and the Mahasangha led these celebrations.

The flag of India was hoisted by Ven. Dr. Wipulasara Maha Thera on the occasion.  A special ‘Ashirvad Puja’ to invoke the blessings of Lord Buddha for the well-being of the people of India and Sri Lanka was also conducted, according to the Indian High Commission in Colombo. 

In his address, Ven. Dr. Mapalagama Wipulasara Maha Thera underlined that Buddhism has been a strong bond that reinforces spiritual ties between India and Sri Lanka. He recalled the deep Buddhist linkages between the two countries which date back to the times of Lord Buddha.

He noted that close ties continued throughout history, and in modern times, it has metamorphosed itself into a multi-dimensional relationship cutting across different spheres. He also expressed hope that the India -Sri Lanka ties will continue to flourish in the future.

The Indian monks studying at the Pirivena delivered speeches on India’s freedom struggle and expressed their resolve to work for stronger connections between India and Sri Lanka. Director, Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre (SVCC) offered Mahadana to the Venerable Mahasangha and lay devotees.