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The Hon. Sajith Premadasa - Leader of the Opposition

Samagi Jana Balawegaya· Colombo· 25 September 2025 ·Oral question: Standing Order 27(2) Questions and Statement on Na Uyana Tragedy

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Sajith Premadasa expressed condolences over the tragedy at the Na Uyana Forest Monastery and conveyed sorrow for the monks who died. He noted his involvement in alms and related religious activities, acknowledged the Government’s intervention, and stated that all possible assistance should be extended.

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¶ 01 Hon. Speaker, with regard to the great tragedy centered on the Na Uyana Forest Monastery, we express our profound sorrow, regret and deep emotion for all the venerable monks who passed away. We have also practically been involved in the alms and meritorious activities related to that monastery. We appreciate the Government’s intervention. It is our duty to extend every possible assistance in every way. Once again, we express our strong condolences for the departed venerable monks.

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Hansard, Thursday, 25 September 2025 ·No. 1759483897051145 ·English daily/uncorrected Hansard
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