Sri Lankan police investigate photo of Buddha's tooth relic
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Sri Lankan police are conducting an investigation regarding a photograph circulating on social media, which allegedly shows the Buddha tooth relic displayed at the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy. The image's authenticity is under scrutiny, as photography is strictly prohibited during the display, which is the first since 2009. With an estimated 125,000 devotees visiting on the first day alone, police have emphasized the importance of security and are examining whether the photo was taken during this rare exhibition or if it has been doctored.
Sri Lankan police are investigating a social media photo claiming to show a highly sacred Buddha tooth relic, which is currently on public display under strict security.
As the relic is being displayed for the first time since 2009, police are determining if the photo was illegally taken or manipulated, given the prohibition on photography.
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