Sri Lanka, Jan. 2 -- A Kiri Ithiraweema (milk-overflowing) ceremony took place at the historic Ruwanweli Maha Seya to invoke blessings for the New Year at midnight yesterday (1).

The religious activities were conducted amidst the blessings of the Maha Sangha, led by Chief Incumbent of the Ruwanweli Chethiyarama and Rajarata University Chancellor Most Ven. Eethalawetunawewe Gnanathilaka Nayaka Thera.

Thousands of devotees from across the country attended the event.

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