Navy assists conduct of Katina Pinkama of Bhawaloka Meditation Centre in Beliatta

The Katina Pinkama Ceremony of Bhawaloka Meditation Centre in Beliatta was held on 02^nd and 03rd November 2019 with the participation of a large number of devotees and the event was well assisted by the Sri Lanka Navy.

Accordingly, in line with the Katina ceremony, all-night Pirith Chanting was conducted under the patronage of the Chief Incumbent of the meditation centre Ven.Walasmulle Gunarathana Nayaka Thero. During the religious event, merits were transferred on fallen war heroes and blessings were invoked on all naval personnel and motherland. Subsequently, the “Katina Cheevaraya”, the robe offered to the resident monks on conclusion of their rain retreat, was taken from Tangalle to the temple in a colourful procession. The occasion was attended by scores of devotees. Upon the robe-offering ceremony an alms giving and prikara offering were also held.

While lauding the exceptional contribution made by the Navy for successful conduct of the event, the Chief Prelate of the meditation centre and devotees expressed gratitude to Commander of the Navy and the entire organization.

This meritorious event was attended by a group of senior naval officers, Director General of the Coast Guard and a host of naval personnel.