Leo Ekka Awrudu

There is greenery everywhere, fresh leaves on trees, flowers in bloom,

vegetables and fruits in plenty and the songs of birds in the air. The aroma of

sweetmeat, the sound of raban and the koha's cry, symbolize that the entire country

is ready to celebrate this national festival.According to the Sinhala calendar, Sri

Lankans begin celebrating Aluth Avurudu in Sinhala, in the month of Bak when

the sun moves from the MeenaRashiya to the MeshaRashiya. The name Bak is

derived from the Sanskrit word bhagya meaning fortunate.

Beginning of a new year is the ideal time to refresh the mind of everyone

and to fill up the mind with new expectations. As a family, UoM Leos always get

together to share their happy and sad times with the others. In the month Bak, we

organized a awurudu programme to enhance the bondages of all Leos, prospects,

past Leos and Leos from A2 district. This glamorous occasion was held on 10th of

April in Lagaan area of University of Moratuwa with the participation of about

fifty Leos. As customary we arranged awurudu meals for all Leos giving priority

for the rituals. While ‘avurudu’ customs help to maintain age old traditions and

strengthen bonds, they also play a significant role in promoting community

harmony.Whole the day was filled with happy and joy with the different games

such as “Kottapora”, “Kanamuttibideema”,”Baniskama”, “Aliyataasathabima”,

Lime and spoon, passing eggs and etc.  These games brought fun and joy to our

lives and at the same time, taught us a valuable lesson about team spirit. That day

helped us to begin the New Year with smiles on our faces.

A new year is like a blank book. The pen is in your hands. It’s your chance

to write a beautiful story for yourself.