Colombo, July 14 -- President Gotabaya Rajapaksa visited the Dalada Maligawa, temple of the sacred tooth relic and received blessings on 13 July 2020.

The President was welcomed by the Chief Custodian, Diyawadana Nilame, Nilanga Dela upon his arrival at the Dalada Maligawa premises.

President Rajapaksa called on Most Ven. Thibbatuwawe Sri Sumangala Thera, Mahanayake of the Malwatta Chapter and inquired into the well-being of the Thera.

The President also met the Anunayake of the Malwatta Chapter, Most Ven. Niyangoda Vijithasiri Thera and Most Ven. Dimbulkumbure Vimaladhamma Nayaka Thera and engaged in pleasantries.

The Mahasangha chanted pirith to bless the President during the visit.

In addition, the President visited and received b...