Venerable Panyakara Thero with Aloka
The group, which traveled from Texas, USA, was accorded a warm and official welcome upon their arrival. They were received by a distinguished gathering including Venerable Melpitiye Wimalakitthi Thero and other members of the Maha Sangha. Dr. Hiniduma Sunil Senevi, Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs. Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayaka, Secretary to the President.
Venerable Panyakara Thero and Delegation Arrive in Sri Lanka for ‘Walk for Peace’
Venerable Panyakara Thero gained international recognition for leading a cross-country peace walk in the United States, covering over 2,300 miles from Texas to Washington, D.C.
The Sri Lankan chapter of this pilgrimage is scheduled to begin on April 22, starting with religious blessings at the Sacred Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura. The initiative aims to promote non-violence, compassion, and spiritual unity across the island.
The event is being organized with full state patronage. Accompanying the monks is Aloka, the rescue dog who became a global symbol of the journey during the American event.
