27th March 2019 12:57:59 Hours
'Thripitaka' (Three Great Canons) which has encompassed all pristine teachings of the Buddha centuries ago at historic Aluviharaya in Matale is regarded as the most authentic and well-documented scriptures of Buddhist learning, scripted in Ola-leaves and treasured for generations. On the direction of the Presidential Secretariat, it was declared as World Heritage considering its historic value.
To commemorate the event'Thripitakabhivandana' religious programme, was held at the Regimental Centre MIR on the directions of the Army Headquarters. The Regiment programmewas organized under the guidance of The Centre Commandant Colonel S J Priyadarshana RWP RSP USP. A special Dhamma oration and Bodhi Pooja was held with the participation of all Officers and Other Ranks of the Regimental Centre. On 22 March special oath readon the importance of the 'Thripitakaya' as a World Heritage as declared by the UNESCO.
