Stampede feared as millions flock to see rarely displayed Buddha relic in Sri Lanka

Stampede feared as millions flock to see rarely displayed Buddha relic in Sri Lanka

Sacred relic is on public display for first time in 16 years

Buddha’s Sacred Relic Unveiled—Crowds Spiral Out of Control! - Commonwealth Union

Sri Lanka (Commonwealth Union)_ The hill capital of Kandy witnessed an extraordinary influx of devotees on Friday as Sri Lanka began a rare public exposition of the sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha, a revered artifact housed at the historic Sri Dalada Maligawa, also known as the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. This spiritual event, which took place last in 2009, has sparked overwhelming interest across the nation, attracting hundreds of thousa…

Overcrowding at sacred tooth relic display in Sri Lanka leads to health crisis

The railway department suspended all extra trains to Kandy. Police turned away 32 buses due to a complete lack of parking space in the city.

Kandy faces public outcry over garbage during 'Siri Dalada Vandanawa'

(Photo: Facebook) Kandy, a city renowned for its religious and cultural heritage, is currently facing public criticism following reports of indecent behavior during the “Siri Dalada Vandanawa” the public viewing of the Sacred Tooth Relic. This sacred relic was made available for public viewing for the first time in 16 years, beginning on April 18, 2025. While the event is deeply respected by Buddhists worldwide, it has unfortunately been marred …