The Asgiriya Chapter conferred the Shasanamamaka Jana Prasadini title on Minister Lakshman Kiriella, in recognition of his yeoman service to the religion and society. The ceremony to present this award was held under the patronage of the Mahanayake of the Asgiriya Chapter Most Ven. Warakagoda Sri Gnanarathana Thera at the Uposatagaraya of the Asgiriya Maha Viharaya, on Saturday. President Maithripala Sirisena who participated at this event extended his best wishes to Minister Kiriella. The Maha Sangha including the Anunayake of the Malwatte Chapter Most Ven. Niyangoda Vijithasiri Thera, Ministers and MPs participated at the occasion.