In the spirit of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, more than 20 Young Adults from the Sri Sathya Sai Center of Colombo thoughtfully and lovingly organized a special Avurudu celebration on April 20, 2025, at the Sathya Sai Suwasevana Cancer Hospice in Hanwella. The term Avurudu refers to the Sinhala and Tamil New Year in Sri Lanka — a time of renewal, family bonding, and festive joy. This event brought together 47 residents from both the hospice and the Sathya Sai Elders’ Home in Meegoda, creating a heartwarming space of unity, celebration, and spiritual connection. 
The day began with a soulful bhajan session and heartfelt New Year greetings. Traditional Avurudu games, thoughtfully arranged by the Young Adults, followed, filling the atmosphere with laughter and joy, with active participation. An interactive segment allowed the elders to reflect on the occasion and share their heartfelt gratitude to Swami. 
As a token of love, personalized gift packs were given to all participants. Residents at the Hospice received personal care items, including colognes, talcum powder, oil, slippers, and clothing. For the Elders’ Home, a carrom board and a ‘dam’ board were offered for recreation. The celebration ended with lunch, served with reverence and warmth. Every moment of the day was a gentle yet powerful expression of Swami’s love.
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