Sri Lanka, June 10 -- President Anura Kumara Disanayake, in his Poson Poya message, called for unity to build a modern, morally grounded nation, believing such a transformation is essential for societal progress.

He highlighted the profound historical and spiritual significance of Poson Poya Day, marking the arrival of Arahant Mahinda Thera and the inception of Sri Lanka as a centre for Theravada Buddhism.

His message is given below :

"The Poson Poya holds significant importance for us in Sri Lanka as it marks a series of religiously significant events in the history of our country. The inception of our nation as a heartland for Theravada Buddhist philosophy and tradition was signified on that remarkable Poson Poya Day, when Arahant M...