Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Ven. Gnanasara Thero

The Court of Appeal issued an arrest warrant for Ven. Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thero on September 29, mandating his apprehension and presentation before the court on October 1. This directive, to be executed by the Inspector General of Police, is linked to contempt of court charges and the Thero's failure to appear in court. The warrant is intended to enforce the remaining prison sentence following the Supreme Court's decision to revoke a presidential pardon previously granted by then-President Maithripala Sirisena. The Attorney General's department sought the warrant after the Thero did not appear, reportedly citing medical reasons without providing adequate documentation.