Mahanayake of the Asgiriya Chapter passes away
Posted by Editor on April 8, 2015 - 8:26 am
Mahanayake of the Asgiriya Chapter Most Venerable Udugama Sri Buddharakkitha Thera has passed away at a private hospital in Singapore. He was 85.
Diyawadana Nilame of the Dalada Maligawa Pradeep Nilanga Dela said the Mahanayake Thera passed away while receiving treatment at the Mount Elizabeth Hospital in Singapore.

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May the Good Nayaka Thero attain the Bliss of Nirvana in the shortest time period. He was loved by all.