Sri Lanka to Host 60th World Buddhist Sangha Council 📈

• Event Overview: Sri Lanka will host the 60th anniversary of the World Buddhist Sangha Council from Nov 28 – Dec 2, 2026. Over 600 delegates are expected, including overseas monks and ~250 foreign participants, boosting foreign exchange inflows and tourism diversification. • Venues & Leadership: Inauguration to take place at Nagananda International Institute for Buddhist Studies in Kelaniya under President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, with sessions across Anuradhapura and Kandy. Preparations reviewed on Oct 26 led by WBSC Chairman Ven. Dr. Bodagama Chandima Thera, Secretary-General Ven. Dr. Maitipe Wimalasara Maha Thera, and Presidential Secretary Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake. • Relief & Support: Council pledged Rs 500,000 to each of 15 temples damaged by Cyclone Ditwah for restoration. • Logistics & Security: Coordinating comprehensive security, medical facilities, and city infrastructure across event locations via high-level involvement from the Buddhasasana Ministry, Police, and Sri Lanka Army.