website hit counter
Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Tuesday, April 1, 2025

HomeNewsChief Incumbent of Mihintale Withdraws from State Poson Festival

Chief Incumbent of Mihintale Withdraws from State Poson Festival

Chief Incumbent of Mihintale Withdraws from State Poson Festival

spot_img

The Chief Incumbent of the Mihintale Raja Maha Viharaya, Ven. Walawahengunawewe Dhammarathana Thero, has announced his withdrawal from all organizational activities related to this year’s State Poson Festival.

Speaking to the media, the Thero stated that pressure from archaeological authorities had hindered his involvement in managing the Mihintale sacred site, prompting his decision.

He emphasized that ongoing interference had compelled him to step away from festival preparations at the historic temple.

Latest articles

Appeal Court Grants Bail to Female Lawyer Remanded by Puttalam High Court

A female attorney-at-law who was remanded for contempt of court by High Court Judge...

Eid-ul-Fitr: A Celebration of Unity and Renewal – President’s Message

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has emphasised that Eid-ul-Fitr is more than a religious celebration,...

Several Key Figures in Easter Attacks to Be Revealed Before 21 April, Pledges President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that investigations into the Easter Sunday terror attacks are...

Tiran Alles Summoned by CID Over Police Sergeant’s Death

Former Minister of Public Security Tiran Alles has been summoned by the Criminal Investigation...

More like this

Appeal Court Grants Bail to Female Lawyer Remanded by Puttalam High Court

A female attorney-at-law who was remanded for contempt of court by High Court Judge...

Eid-ul-Fitr: A Celebration of Unity and Renewal – President’s Message

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has emphasised that Eid-ul-Fitr is more than a religious celebration,...

Several Key Figures in Easter Attacks to Be Revealed Before 21 April, Pledges President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that investigations into the Easter Sunday terror attacks are...