In Sri Lanka, the High Commission of India and Kelaniya Maha Viharaya launched 5 Sinhala translated books on Jataka Tales. 

 

 

The book launch was held on the occasion of Nawam Poya Day which commemorates the appointment of first two chief disciples of Buddha. 

 

 

Most Venerable Prof. Kollupitiye Mahinda Sangharakkhita Thero, and Deputy High Commissioner of India Dr. Satyanjal Pandey released the books. 

 

 

The books have been translated into Sinhala and published by Amar Chitra Katha. Over 5000 books will be distributed across Dhamma schools in the island nation.

 

 

In addition, an exhibition on shared Buddhist heritage was also inaugurated on the occasion.