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 Minister Daya Gamage Visits Sinigama Dewalaya for Annual Kurudu Perahera

Date: 03 May 2015

Hon. Daya Gamage, Minister of Primary Industries, visited the Sinigama Dewalaya to witness the historic Kurudu Perahera, a vibrant annual religious and cultural event.

The Kurudu Perahera is a long-standing tradition in the southern coastal region, attracting the participation of many cinnamon farmers and their families, who pay tribute to their heritage and livelihoods. The event also features traditional southern cultural dances, showcasing the rich cultural fabric of the area.

As Minister of Primary Industries, Daya Gamage’s presence highlighted the close connection between local industry and cultural identity, and his support for both spiritual heritage and the cinnamon farming community.