INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
The board of duty (Rajakari Mandalaya) of the Sabaragamuwa Maha Saman Devalaya has introduced a strike by withdrawing from spiritual pooja
and routines of the devalaya today (05 ), citing their objection to the visit of an acting Basnayake Nilame, which they declare violates
long-standing traditions and was affected by political considerations.The strike followed the appointment of S.V
Chandrasinghe as acting Basnayake Nilame by the Commissioner for Buddhist Affairs
The consultation is planned to fill the position temporarily up until a long-term Basnayake Nilame is called, following the expiration of
the previous officeholders term.However, the board claims the visit overlooks established customs and declares that Chandrasinghe has close
ties to the current government
In demonstration, the temple authorities staged a quiet demonstration at the entrance of the Saman Devalaya.
