Ven. Galaboda Gnanissara Thero, the revered Chief Incumbent of Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo, has passed away at the age of 81. Fondly known as “Podi Hamuduruwo,” Thero was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Colombo prior to his death.
Ven. Gnanissara Thero was a prominent figure in Sri Lankan Buddhist circles, recognized for his significant contributions to the Buddhist community and his role in guiding the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple. His passing marks a significant loss to the temple and the wider community.
