Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious, and Cultural Affairs, Dr. Hiniduma Sunil Senevi, announced that both parties have reached an agreement to publish a unified set of auspicious times (Avurudu Nekath Seettuwa) for this year’s Sinhala and Tamil New Year.

Speaking at a special press conference today (16), the Minister said the consensus was reached following discussions with the author of the ‘Epa Panchanga Litha’, Indika Epa Seneviratne; the author of the ‘Thirasara Panchanga Litha’, Chamath Kothalawala; and members of the alternative astrology group.

He noted that the final agreement was reached after consultations among the parties regarding the auspicious timetable for the upcoming New Year.

According to the Minister, the Avurudu Nekath Seettuwa will be printed tomorrow (17) and released to the public as the official state timetable of auspicious times (Rajya Nekath Seettuwa).