President Maithripala Sirisena, before commencing work in the New Year proceeded to the Sacred City of Kandy to pay homage to the Sri Dalada Maligawa yesterday. There was a large gathering of devotees at the Dalada Maligawa premises as it was the first day of the year as well as a Poya Day. The President also took time to talk to the devotees. Picture by Asela Kuruluwansa