Iman Saleem
The annual Sri Pada season was declared open on 29 December, and will last until Vesak Poya Day in May. Despite the mountain’s popularity as a multi-religious site of pilgrimage, however, authorities will be enforcing strict health guidelines this year, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. From several rituals being foregone and social distancing measures in place, here’s how the season will be significantly different this year.
