The Kala festival held annually with the aim of encouraging and appreciating the artists of the division.
In conjunction with the National Literary Art Festival organized by the Department of Cultural Affairs, the Art Festival of Padukka Division was held splendidly in the auditorium of the Padukka Divisional Secretariat under the chairmanship of Mr. Pradeep Yasaratne, Colombo District Secretary.
Under the direction and supervision of Padukka Regional Secretary Mr. Sugath Sisira Kumara, under the leadership and supervision of Assistant Regional Secretary Ms. Madhusha Weerakkodi, Padukka Cultural Development Officer Mr. Madhushan Wijekulathilaka and Cultural Development Officer (B.P.) Ms. Nadisha Erandi and other officers of the office. The event was organized with the support of Deshbandu, Deshmanya, as a special preacher for this which was jointly held with regional cultural authorities and registered art institutions, cultural center.Recipient of the Raigamshiromani Honorary Award, in performing arts, actor and singer who played the role of Naribena in the Bakmaha Akunu stage play and Naribena play by Mr. Dayahya Gunawardana, folk singer.DS Yohan Bihendra Ranasinghe's participation was a wonderful experience.
Also, the children of the art institutes were decorated with many colorful designs by the officials of the office, where certificates were awarded in recognition of the artistic skills of the children of the division.
