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 was to make the way for a comprehensive discussion, regarding the attire to be worn by incarcerated Buddhist clergy and religious dignitaries of other faiths, both within the prison and when being transported outside.
The letter requested that all relevant parties be summoned before the Committee to submit recommendations regarding the amendment of the relevant Standing Order and to have those orders implemented.
MP Premadasa’s letter drew attention to the fact that the active contribution and intervention of the legislature are essential in such a situation of national importance.