Sri Lanka, April 20 -- The exposition of the Sacred Tooth Relic at the Sri Dalada Maligawa in Kandy has drawn vast crowds since its ceremonial opening on Friday, with hundreds of thousands of devotees -including women and children - flocking to the temple to pay homage.

According to several economists, the event is not only a deeply religious occasion but also a timely showcase of Sri Lanka's economic recovery, a symbol of national harmony, and a gesture aimed at restoring international confidence.

Despite earlier announcements, the exposition was opened to the public ahead of schedule, reflecting the immense public interest and reverence associated with the event. Many devotees who arrived on the opening day viewed the relics only on t...