The Malwatu Mahaviharaya in Kandy has announced the temporary appointment of Ven. Eathalawetunawewae Gnānathilaka Thero to perform the duties of Atamasthanadhipathi until ongoing court proceedings involving allegations against Ven. Pallegama Hemarathana Thero are concluded.
According to a statement issued by the Malwathu Chapter, the temporary appointment will remain in effect until a final judicial determination is made regarding the allegations against the Chief Sanghanayaka of Nuwara Kalaviya, Most Venerable Pallegama Hemarathana Nayake Thero.
The statement noted that the decision was taken to ensure the uninterrupted continuation of religious and administrative responsibilities attached to the position during the legal proceedings.
The announcement was issued under the signature of the Registrar of the Malwathu Chapter, Most Venerable Dr. Pahamune Sumangala Nayaka Thero.
