Also drowning or traffic accidents were not reported during the 2015 Poson Week in Anuradhapura, he said.
He also said that the ban imposed on alcohol and cigarettes in sacred cities were adhered by all pilgrims. Kumarasiri said a heavy traffic jam was also not observed during the season in Anuradhapura and Mihinthale as experienced in the past years.
Chief Incumbent of Ruwanweli Seya, Ven. Pallegama emarathana Nayaka Thera praised the electronic and print media for the commendable service.