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All Vesak Dansal must be registered with local Health Offices
May 20, 2026 at 10:23 AM The Director General of Health Services, Specialist Dr. Asela Gunawardena, has instructed that all dansal organized across Sri Lanka for the upcoming Vesak festival must be registered with the office of the Medical Officer of Health in the relevant area. The directive aims to ensure that the public is provided with safe, clean, and quality food during the festival. Organizers are advised to meet their area’s Medical Officer of Health or Public Health Inspector to obtain necessary health guidance and complete the required registration. Health authorities stressed that the measure is part of broader efforts to safeguard public health during large‑scale community events, ensuring food safety standards are maintained. (Newswire) 2026-05-20
Registration of Vesak dansal mandatory: DG Health Services
All dansal organised across the island for the Vesak festival must be registered with the Medical Officer of Health (MOH) office in the respective area. Director General of Health Services Specialist Dr. Asela Gunawardena emphasised this requirement.Health authorities took this measure with the primary objective of ensuring the public consuming food from dansal during the Vesak festival season receive a safe, clean and quality meal.The Ministry of Health stated this details.Organisers of dansal should take immediate action to meet the Medical Officer of Health (MOH) or the Public Health Inspector (PHI) in charge of the area to obtain the necessary health advice and guidance, and complete the relevant registration. The ministry stated this in a issued notice.
Vesak Dansal registration mandatory, says Health DG
Registration of dansals organised for the upcoming Vesak festival has been made mandatory, according to the Director General of Health Services, Dr. Asela Gunawardena. He said organisers can register their dansals through the nearest health office, enabling authorities to issue the necessary ...
The History of Vesak Celebrations in Sri Lanka - By Malsha - eLanka
Explore the rich history of Vesak celebrations in Sri Lanka, from ancient Buddhist traditions to modern lantern displays, dansals, and cultural festivities honoring the birth, enlightenment, and passing away of Lord Buddha.
