Deepavali Celebrations…

October 20, 2025  

 

 

Today marks Deepavali, a festival celebrated with great devotion and festivity by Hindus around the world. In Sri Lanka, celebrations took place across the island, including at the Sri Ponnambalavaneswarar Kovil, where devotees participated in traditional rituals and festivities.

Pics By - Sanjeewa Lasantha

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