Organized with the aim of preserving traditional local arts that have existed since ancient times and introducing them to the present generation, the event “Nurthi Nadagam Gee Saraniya” was successfully held on 2025-11-14 at the Sri Maha Bodhi Viharaya, Dolahena, Govijanapadaya.
Supported by the concept and financial provisions of the Western Province Ministry of Cultural and Artistic Affairs, under the supervision of the Divisional Secretary, and with the assistance of institutions and community organizations in the Dolahena Grama Niladhari Division, more than 300 members of the rural community participated in the program.
The renowned Ruwinda Ratnayake main orchestra enriched the event with Nurthi and Nadagam songs and instrumental performances. Students of the Vasana Performing Arts Institute and Sahasya Arts Institute, registered in the division, also contributed through their performances. Dance items presented by the children of the Dolahena Children's Society added further vibrancy to the program.
A special lecture on Nurthi and Nadagam songs was delivered by Visharada Vijitha Anupriya, Head of the Polgasovita Sinhala Music Research Institute. The event was coordinated by Colombo Assistant Divisional Secretary Sameera Suranjith.
The occasion was graced by the presence of the Deputy Chief Prelate of the Amarapura Maha Nikaya, the Executive Director of Maharagama Praggnananda Pirivena, Royal Pandit Dr. Watagedara Wimalabuddhi Thero, the Chief Incumbent of Sri Maha Bodhi Viharaya, Govijanapadaya, Unawatune Shasanathilaka Thero, the Homagama Divisional Secretary B.A.D. Chinthaka, Senior Assistant Secretary (Investigations) of the Ministry of Public Administration Ms. Dilanthi Wasana Siriwardhana, Homagama Assistant Divisional Secretary Chamal D. Thenuwara, Accountant Pubudu Ranjan Kuruppuachchi, along with many other government officials, sponsors, and residents of the area.
