If that is truly what is needed, Venerable Kassapa can solve the problem by visiting the Chief Incumbent of Ruwanweli Seya Vihara, who is residing a few meters away.

The government's stance on the Satyagraha initiated by Venerable Balangoda Kassapa Thero and others, based on the Anuradhapura Sacred Area Development Plan, was announced today (10) at the cabinet decision briefing. Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa emphasized that if any party has doubts or concerns about the relevant development plan,

there is an opportunity to clarify matters with the acting Atamasthanadhipathi Thero, who chairs the advisory council appointed for this purpose. Venerable Eethalawetunuwewe Gnanathilaka Thero, the Chief Incumbent of Ruwanweli Seya Vaitiyaramaya, has been appointed to cover the duties of the Atamasthanadhipathi of Anuradhapura. The minister sarcastically commented on the action being taken through social media and several channels, despite the possibility of meeting the Thero, who is just a few meters away from the Satyagraha site, to resolve the issue.

The minister pointed out that a 32-member Presidential Advisory Council has already been appointed to make decisions regarding the Sacred Area Development Program. Its co-chairmen are the Most Venerable Eethalawetunuwewe Gnanathilaka Nayaka Thero, the Chief Incumbent of Ruwanweli Seya Vaitiyaramaya and acting Atamasthanadhipathi, and Mr. Prabath Chandrakirthi, the Chief of Presidential Staff. Accordingly, he stated that if there is any issue regarding the development plan, those engaged in the Satyagraha have the opportunity to meet and discuss with the Nayaka Theros, led by the Ruwanweli Nayaka Thero.

However, this Satyagraha, which is being carried out by remaining in the parking lot of the Anuradhapura Sacred Area, has now escalated to legal action. As revealed by the minister, the Anuradhapura Headquarters Police Superintendent has submitted a new 'B' report to the court regarding the non-compliance with court orders and remaining in the said area. Accordingly, five individuals involved in the incident have been ordered to appear before the court on the upcoming November 20th.

Meanwhile, the minister also revealed a special detail regarding a person arrested in connection with this series of incidents. According to the medical reports submitted on his behalf, it has been confirmed that the individual had consumed heroin and cannabis.