Srilanka, May 29 -- President Anura Kumara Disanayake stated that instead of leading a life focused solely on personal interests, every citizen should commit themselves to a journey dedicated to the collective welfare. The President further noted that the 75 years of life and 64 years of monastic service of Ven. Dr. Omalpe Sobhitha Thero stand as a profound example of such a path.

The President made these remarks this afternoon (28) at the "Yathindrabhivandana Mahothsawaya " the grand felicitation ceremony held to mark the 75th birth anniversary of Ven. Dr. Omalpe Sobhitha Thero. The event took place at the Ruhunu Magampura International Conference Hall in Hambantota.

President Disanayake noted that the country, once veering toward inc...