In 2023, Rev. Karandulena Dammagaveshi Thero accompanied Venerable Kurunegala Dhammadinna Bhikkhuni on a visit to the Historic Karandulena Forest Monastery in Sri Lanka, where they met with other forest monastics.
The first meeting between Venerable Kurunegala Dhammadinna Bhikkhuni and Most Venerable Karandulena Dammagaveshi Thero occurred during a peaceful meditation retreat in Habarana, Sri Lanka. Venerable Bhikkhuni Dhammadinna had been eagerly waiting to meet Most Venerable Dammagaveshi Thero since 2010. This encounter was significant, as both venerables shared a deep connection through their Dhamma practice. The serene atmosphere of the retreat provided the perfect setting for this meaningful meeting, fostering mutual respect and spiritual camaraderie.