The inaugural lecture of the “Pariyesanā” academic lecture series, organized by the Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies of the University of Kelaniya, was held on the 22^nd of October 2024 at the K14 Auditorium, Faculty of Humanities.

The lecture was delivered by Senior Lecturer Upul Jayantha Ranepura, Head of the Department of Drama, Cinema, and Television, University of Kelaniya, under the theme “Nirmāṇātmaka cintanaya saha śravya druśya nirmāṇakaraṇaya (‘saṃsārē piyasaṭahan’ ēkāṃka ṭelināṭya äsuren)”.

The lecture was graced by the presence of the Head of the Department of Pali and Buddhist Studies, Senior Professor Most Ven. Makuruppe Dhammananda Thero, adding a distinguished touch to the occasion. Additionally, the event drew a large audience, including faculty members and students, who actively engaged in the insightful session.