Stepping out for protection and prosperity

The ritual of 'Stepping Out for Protection and Prosperity' will take place at 9:03 AM on Thursday, April 17, marking the return to daily routines after the Avurudu festivities.

Dressed in gold-colored attire, individuals eat kiribath (milk rice) and traditional sweetmeats before stepping outside, facing north—an auspicious direction according to tradition. 

This symbolic act represents embarking on a successful and prosperous journey in the New Year, bringing blessings for safety, fortune, and achievement in all endeavors.