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Tri-Chapter Mahanayake Theros Denounce Drug Trafficking by Individuals Posing as Monks

TLDR

Mahanayake Theros condemn monks' drug trafficking, discrediting Sasana.
Follows 22 monk-dressed arrests at BIA; Rs. 1.1 billion drugs seized.
Involved individuals face expulsion from Sasana and legal action.
Prelates urge probe into drug networks recruiting young monks.

The Mahanayake Theros of Sri Lanka's Three Chapters have issued a strong condemnation against individuals posing as monks for their involvement in drug transportation. These individuals are accused of misusing the sacred Buddhist robe to carry out illegal activities. The revered religious leaders stated that such actions bring disrepute to the Bhikshu Sasana and undermine the traditional respect held for monks within Sri Lankan society and globally. They emphasized that these anti-Sasana and anti-social acts abuse the faith of Buddhists. The Mahanayake Theros have called for appropriate punishment for all involved and indicated a readiness to expel those responsible from the Sasana.

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Update #3\u00b7 Apr 26 · 2:16 PM

The Mahanayake Theros have further announced that individuals found to be involved in drug trafficking will be investigated and immediately expelled from the Sasana (Buddhist order). The joint statement was specifically signed by the Mahanayake Theros of the Malwathu, Asgiri, Amarapura, and Ramanna Maha Nikayas. Additionally, the prelates have urged security forces to conduct urgent investigations and take legal action against drug networks and distributors systematically recruiting young monks into illegal activities.

Update #2\u00b7 Apr 26 · 12:01 PM

The Mahanayake Theros of the Siyam, Amarapura, and Ramanna Nikayas have issued a joint statement strongly condemning the misuse of Buddhist robes for drug trafficking. This condemnation follows a major narcotics bust at Bandaranaike International Airport, where 22 individuals dressed as monks were arrested. Authorities seized narcotics valued at over Rs. 1.1 billion in connection with the incident.

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