Kirinde Assaji Thera

Kirinde Assaji Thera is a prominent Buddhist monk and the chief incumbent of the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo, Sri Lanka. He is known for his role in promoting Buddhist teachings and engaging in interfaith dialogues. In recent news, he hosted a significant religious ceremony where former President Mahinda Rajapaksa paid homage to sacred relics, highlighting the monk's influence in Sri Lankan Buddhism and his contributions to the community.