Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Hiniduma Sunil Senevi announced in Parliament today that 42 antique paintings have gone missing from the National Art Gallery. The disappearance was identified following a 2015 stock verification process. According to records, the gallery should have held 281 paintings, but only 239 were found during the inspection. This discrepancy indicates the loss of 42 artworks. In response, the Ministry Secretary has appointed a committee to launch a formal investigation into the matter.
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42 Antique Paintings Missing from National Art Gallery; Investigation Underway
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42 antique paintings missing from National Art Gallery.
Discrepancy first noted in 2015 inventory inspection.
Minister Senevi confirmed ongoing probe in Parliament.
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Update #2\u00b7 May 21 · 7:46 AM