The Central Cultural Fund officially commenced the New Year 2026 January 1st at its Head Office and the Atapattu Office.The ceremonial inauguration was attended by the Director General of the Central Cultural Fund, Dr. Nilan Cooray, along with staff members from all departments of the institution. The event marked the beginning of another year of dedicated service toward the preservation and promotion of Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage.

With the dawn of the New Year 2026, the Central Cultural Fund (CCF) ceremonially commenced its official duties across all project sites islandwide, including Battalia National Replica School, Ramba Viharaya, Dambadeniya, Paduwasnuwara, Alahana Pirivena–Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, Dambulla, and Sigiriya.  The New Year observances were conducted in accordance with traditional religious and cultural practices, featuring customary rituals, religious blessings, the singing of the National Anthem, and the taking of the State Pledge. Project managers, site officers, and staff members participated in these events.  These ceremonies symbolized CCF’s continued dedication to safeguarding Sri Lanka’s archaeological and cultural heritage and ensuring its preservation for future generations. Dambadeniya Dambadeniya Dambadeniya Anuradhapura Anuradhapura Anuradhapura Dambulla Dambulla Dambulla Paduwasnuwara Load More End of Content.