Massive blue rock discovered at landslide site
Posted on January 19th, 2026

Courtesy Hiru News

Police security covers an area near the Sri Muthumari Amman Kovil in Lower Gallanthenna, Galaha, following the discovery of a large blue rock at a landslide site.

Authorities suspect the stone, weighing approximately one tonne, shifted from an upper slope to the lower grounds during landslides triggered by Cyclone Ditwah.

Officials from the National Gem and Jewellery Authority inspected the rock yesterday afternoon (18).

While the authority described the find as a unique cluster of stones, they noted that a definitive identification as a gemstone is not yet possible.

The Galaha Police OIC ordered special protection for the site after rumors of the rock emitting light drew large crowds to the area.

A team from the Gem and Jewellery Authority plans to return in the coming days for further testing, and the police guard will remain until a final determination is made regarding the stone’s value and composition.

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