COLOMBO: Considering the current state of unrest prevailing in our country, people should ensure that the democratic people’s struggle is not misdirected by evil forces, the All-Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama said in a statement issued on Thursday,July 14
“ Accordingly, the people of our country, especially those involved in demonstrations, should ensure to conduct their protests and demonstrations in a peaceful manner, honoring the laws of the country while upholding democratic values, and refrain from all forms of violence and causing any damage to public and private properties.
As the forthcoming days are expected to be crucial, we kindly appeal everyone to conduct themselves very calmly, and to maintain their respective religious values and avoid violence in order to ensure political stability is established in the country.
As appealed by the Chief Prelates of the three Buddhist Chapters, we too appeal the political leaders to convene the parliament without further delay and to establish political stability in the country by providing an appropriate solution, acceptable to the people.
Also, during this crisis period, we kindly urge the political leaders to set aside political differences and personal interests and engage in efforts considering the future and prosperity of our Motherland, “ stated Ash Shaikh M. Arkam Nooramith
General Secretary- ACJU in his statement.
July 15, 2022
