Independence Day celebrations at Heathrow Buddhist Temple

Sri Lanka's 65th Independence Day celebrations organised by the Athula Dassana International Buddhist Temple was held in UK recently.

The Athula Dassana International Buddhist Temple dancing group presented dance items at the event. High Commissioner Dr Chris Nonis, Chief Guest at the opening ceremony, lit the traditional oil lamp and hoisted the Sri Lankan flag. The High Commissioner addressing the gathering said he was pleased that within a short period, Sri Lankans in the UK, including Ven Wanduramba Kassapa were able to organise a successful Independence Day programme.

Over 300 invitees including members of the Athula Dassana International Buddhist Temple participated. The chief organiser of the event, Ven Wanduraba Kassapa Thera is the chief incumbent of Athula Dassana International Buddhist temple.