Gravitas: Ravana gets a role in the upcoming Sri Lankan election
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Aug 04, 2020, 05:32 IST | Updated: Aug 04, 2020, 05:32 IST
Did you know that Ravana celebrated as a symbol of strength in Sri Lanka? The demon king is the antagonist in the Hindu epic Ramayana. But, he is playing a major role in the upcoming Lankan polls. WION's Palki Sharma has the details.
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