Navy assists series of religious segments in commemoration of former Chief Incumbent of Nagadeepa Viharaya

The Sri Lanka Navy played a pivotal role in supporting a series of religious activities on 23rd and 24th April 2024, organized to commemorate the former Chief Incumbent of the Nagadeepa Purana Rajamaha Viharaya, Most Venerable Brahmanawaththe Dhammakiththi Thissa Thera and on the occasion of the 63rd birthday of Chief Incumbent of the Nagadeepa Purana Rajamaha Viharaya and the Chief Sanganayake of the Northern Province, Most Venerable Navadagala Padumakiththi Tissa Thera.

Following the directives of the Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera the arrangements of the events had been organised under the supervision of the Commander Northern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, also seeking the wise counsel of the Chief Incumbent of Nagadeepa Temple.

Following all-night Pirith chanting on 23rd April, mid-day alms were offered to 47 members of Venerable Maha Sangha on 24th April. On the sidelines of these events, the community on the Nainativu Island was also provided lunch by the Navy.

The Commander Northern Naval Area, Rear Admiral Kanchana Banagoda, senior officers from the Northern Naval Command, sailors and devotees were also present on these occasions.