Sri Lanka, Sept. 27 -- The final rites for the Buddhist monks who lost their lives in the tragic cable car accident at Na Uyana Monastery in Melsiripura have commenced at the Pansiyagama Cemetery.

A large number of monks, including members of the Maha Sangha, as well as devotees, gathered at Na Uyana Monastery to pay their last respects.

The remains of the monks had been placed at the monastery from 10:00 a.m. on September 26 for officials and devotees to offer their respects.

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa also paid his respects last evening (26), while 'Sarvajana Balaya' Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera visited the monastery this morning (27).

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