Sri Lanka, April 14 -- At the auspicious time of 6:44 AM on Monday, April 14, people will begin the traditional New Year customs of starting work, engaging in transactions, and sharing the first meal.

Dressed in white and pearl-colored clothing and facing south, individuals perform a symbolic act of work to mark a productive and prosperous year ahead. Family members then exchange money as a gesture of goodwill and prosperity.

This time also marks the formal sharing of the first meal, reinforcing unity and hope for success, happiness, and abundance in the New Year.

Published by HT Digital Content Services with permission from Daily Mirror Sri Lanka....