It is reported that steps have been taken to deploy around 5000 police officers for the security of this year’s Kandy Esala Perahera festival.
A discussion was also held yesterday (05) about this Perahera festival under the chairmanship of Diyawadana Nilame Pradeep Nilanga Delage.
The cup planting for the Perahera festival is scheduled to be done on August 17th at the auspicious moment.