Opp. Leader makes an intervention on behalf of Ven. Gnanasara
Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa has requested the Chairman of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection Dr. Najith Indika, MP, to call a meeting of his Committee to discuss Ven. Gnanasara’s matter. The request has been made through Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickremaratne. The Opposition Leader’s Office said that their intention […]
Sajith Premadasa, Leader of the Opposition, has taken it upon himself to intervene on behalf of Ven. Gnanasara. This request was conveyed to Dr. Najith Indika, MP, who serves as the Chairman of the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection. The Opposition Leader's Office announced their intent to facilitate a thorough discussion surrounding the matter of attire for incarcerated Buddhist clerics and representatives of other religious denominations.
This discussion pertains not only to their attire while incarcerated but also when they are transported outside of detention facilities. They sought to summon all pertinent parties to the Committee in order to propose amendments to the relevant Standing Order, with the ultimate goal of having these changes implemented. Premadasa emphasized the critical role that legislative participation plays in matters of national significance.
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