29 May 2023 09:19 am Views - 5553
Ven. Rajangane Saddharathana Thera, a monk who is famous on social media, has been arrested by the police in the Anuradhapura area.
The Buddhist monk was reportedly arrested following a complaint by Ven. Pahiyangala Ananda Sagara Thero regarding the statements made by Ven. Saddharathana Thera, which are harmful to religious harmony.
He is to be produced before court today.
The CID lauched an investigation after Saddharathana Thera posted a video on YouTube allegedly insulting President Ranil Wickremesinghe.
The investigation was prompted by a video clip that is currently circulating, in which the alleged "monk" can be seen publicly scolding the President using abusive words.
Sources said a special report on the matter has already been submitted to the President's Office.