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Sri Lanka's state minister of defence held a Buddhist ceremony on Friday in order to "invoke blessings on war heroes who had sacrificed their lives during the fight against terrorism", the ministry of defence's official website reported.
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The ceremony, organised by Minister Ruwan Wijewardene, was conducted by members of the Buddhist clergy, or Maha Sanga, including the Chief Prelate of the Asgiriya chapter, Ugugama Buddharakkita.
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Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Wijewardene "praised the efforts of the War Heroes and also their families for their services and sacrifices during the terrorist conflict" the website said.
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