Sinhala Deepa National Front Lodges Complaint Against Minister at Ministry of Buddha Sasana

The Sinhala Deepa National Front, accompanied by several civil society activists, submitted a formal complaint to the Ministry of Buddha Sasana on November 3, raising concerns over the conduct of the Minister responsible for the subject.

The group alleged that the Minister had failed to take appropriate responsibility and action regarding incidents they claimed were affecting the Buddha Sasana.

Speaking to the media, representatives called for the removal of the current Minister and the appointment of another individual to the position, alleging that the Minister was acting in a manner inconsistent with the responsibilities of the portfolio.

They also raised concerns over the situation surrounding the Anuradhapura Sacred City.

Addressing the media, Jayantha Liyanage, General Secretary of the Sinhala Deepa National Front, claimed that during the two years since the present government came to power, ministers had shown disrespect towards the Buddhist clergy and the Buddha Sasana.

He said Buddhist monks had staged Satyagraha protests on several occasions, but alleged that the government had failed to intervene or adequately investigate their concerns.

Liyanage further claimed that the Minister had failed to fulfil his responsibilities over the past two years and said the organisation had formally requested his removal and the appointment of a replacement.

Several other individuals also expressed their views during the media briefing.