• Defence Secretary pays homage to Deegawapiya Sacred Relics

The sacred Omniscient Relics and Crest-Gem of Deegawapiya Stupa was brought to the Ministry of Defence for veneration today (Sep 19).

Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne received the religious procession that brought the sacred relics and the crest gem to the Defence Ministry, this afternoon.

Gen. Gunaratne accompanied by senior Ministry officials paid homage to the sacred relics.  

The sacred relics were brought to the Ministry of Defence precinct to facilitate veneration by the Ministry employees as a part of its island wide exposition.

A large number of Ministry staffers paid homage to the sacred relics and also made financial contributions towards the Deegawapiya reconstruction project during the session today.