Swadeshi Khomba illuminates Ridee Viharaya for 3rd time

23 October 2015 06:30 pm

The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC - the pioneer herbal - personal care products manufacturer once again illuminated the Rideegama, Ridee Viharaya temple situated in the Kurunegala District. The ‘Aloka Pooja’ was carried out under the theme, ‘Swadeshi Khomba Aloka Puja Sathkaraya’, during the annual Esala festival.
Swadeshi Chairperson Amari Wijewardene said, “As a Sri Lankan-owned company, we consider it a duty to safeguard the culture and traditional heritage of Sri Lanka by supporting activities such as this annual Aloka Poojawa.”
She explained that Swadeshi illuminates places of worship in the country for the benefit of all worshippers and also to educate the younger generation on the importance of safeguarding the country’s heritage. The illumination was followed by a colourful cultural pageant 
which highlighted Sri Lankan traditions and history.