A historic milestone in Sri Lanka's healthcare sector was achieved today (December 2) with the inauguration of the final stage of a four-story children's ward, equipped with a modern bone marrow and hematopoietic cell transplantation unit. Built with funds from the Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya to honor God Kataragama, the facility was ceremoniously handed over to the public.
The event began with traditional religious rites led by Ruhunu Magam Pattuve Chief Sangha Leader Ven. Kobavaka Dhamminda and a gathering of the Maha Sangha. This remarkable initiative marks the first time a government hospital in Sri Lanka houses such advanced medical facilities.
The new unit, valued at Rs. 176 million, can accommodate the simultaneous treatment of four patients, addressing a critical healthcare need.
Dignitaries present at the inauguration included Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa, Buddhist Affairs Commissioner R.P. Ratnayake, Air Force Commander Udeni Rajapakse, and Dr. Aruna Jayasekara, director of Apeksha Hospital. Specialist doctors and Mr. Basnayaka Nilame Dishan Gunasekara, who spearheaded this noble project from the temple fund, also graced the occasion alongside other government officials.
The facility underscores the temple's significant role in community welfare, bridging faith and modern healthcare. It symbolizes a unique collaboration between religion and medicine, ensuring better treatment options for children suffering from severe illnesses.
Sri Lanka’s healthcare landscape takes a progressive step forward with this state-of-the-art unit, offering advanced treatments like bone marrow transplantation, which was previously inaccessible to many patients. This initiative not only saves lives but also inspires similar contributions to improve the country's healthcare infrastructure.
The Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Dewalaya continues to demonstrate its commitment to serving society, transforming temple donations into life-saving resources. With the opening of this children’s ward, Sri Lanka now steps closer to providing equitable healthcare for all.
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