Poson Celebrations in Canberra

June 11, 2025

The High Commission of Sri Lanka in Canberra celebrated Poson 2025 on 10 June 2025 with the participation of the Sri Lankan community in Canberra.

Most Venerable Kotapola Upali Thero and Most Venerable Mahiyangana Dhammapala Thero from the Kambah Temple, Canberra and Most Venerable Katuwana Sugathasoma Thero from the Nicholls Temple, Canberra conducted the religious programme including the Buddha Vandana, Dhamma Dheshana, and invoking blessings by chanting Sethpirith followed by ‘Gilanpasa’ Dhana.

The audience enjoyed Buddhist devotional songs (Bakthi Gee) by well known music director, composer and singer Nalaka Anjana Kumara.

High Commissioner of Sri Lanka in Canberra, Yasoja Gunasekera, in a brief welcome address noted that the arrival of Arahat Mahinda in Sri Lanka marked a civilizational turning point sparking a spiritual awakening as well as a deep cultural and social transformation, reaching far beyond its religious significance.

The High Commission premises were beautifully adorned with Buddhist flags and lanterns and illuminated with colourful lights, as a vibrant reflection of Sri Lanka’s Buddhist heritage.