Bengamuwe Nalaka Thera of the 'Jathika Sanvidhana Ekamuthuva' said that India acts as the sub-contractor of the Western powers to subject Sri Lanka to their control.

Speaking at a press conference today, Nalaka Thera said that Dr. Rajitha Senaratne, Minister Champika Ranawaka and Athuraliye Rathana are among those who carry out this contract in the country.

Their opposition to the Avant Garde company arise from the Indian fears over Sri Lanka being engaged in maritime security services, Nalaka Thera argued further.