The public veneration of the Sacred Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha is set to begin this afternoon (04) in Sri Lanka under the patronage of Anura Kumara Dissanayake, with the support of the Government of India.
The Sacred Devnimori Relics, discovered during archaeological excavations at the historic Devnimori site in Gujarat in the 1960s, have been brought out of India for the first time, marking a significant spiritual and cultural milestone for Sri Lankan Buddhists.
The rare public viewing follows recent discussions between President Dissanayake and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during Modi’s visit to Sri Lanka, paving the way for Sri Lankans to venerate the relics.
According to the President’s Media Division, President Dissanayake will make the first floral offering, after which the public will be allowed to pay homage.
The veneration will be held at Gangaramaya Temple for seven days, from 05 February to 11 February 2026, offering devotees across the country a unique opportunity to participate in this historic religious observance.
Officials said the event also reflects the deep cultural and spiritual ties between Sri Lanka and India, while reinforcing longstanding Buddhist connections between the two nations.
