Prime Minister on a visit to Anuradhapura

COLOMBO (News 1st); Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa paid homage to the historic Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura this morning (08).

The Prime Minister's Media Unit stated that the Prime Minister is currently engaged in religious observances in Anuradhapura, visited the Ruwanweli Seya and received blessings from the Chief Incumbent of the Ruwanweli Maha Seya, Ven. Pallegama Hemarathana Thero.

The Prime Minister then proceeded to the Mirisawetiya Temple where he was received by the Chief Incumbent of the Temple, Ven. Dr. Ethalawetunuwewe Gnanatilake Nayaka Thero.

Devotees who were present at the venue had a cordial chat with the Prime Minister.