The National Poson Festival is now being held with full State patronage in Anuradhapura, Mihintale and Thanthirimale.
The Government earlier declared June 7 to 13 as Poson Week. Poson Poya, which marks the arrival of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, falls on Tuesday, June 10.
The Festival will be centred on Mihintale, the cradle of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, on the theme, “Let the world gain peace through Ven. Arahat Mahinda Thera’s timeless message”. All National Poson Festival religious ceremonies will be held under the guidance and patronage of Mihintale Raja Maha Vihara Chief Incumbent Ven. Walawahengunawewe Dhammaratana Nayake Thera.
This is the first time since 2023 that the Government is extending State patronage to Poson activities in Mihintale. The Government has also assured all facilities for the pilgrims arriving in Mihintale during the period. There will also be a special smartphone app designed for the convenience of pilgrims, which will include logistical information on various facilities including parking. All liquor outlets in Anuradhapura and Mihintale will be closed during the Poson Week.
