Speaking
at a programme held in Malwana on Saturday, Former Army Commander and
Democratic National Alliance Leader, Sarath Fonseka said that he hopes
to move forward in politics amid the blessings of the Maha Sangha, while
adhering to the ten principles of Buddhist governance.
Sarath Fonseka arrived at the historic Lenagampala Raja Maha Viharaya, on Saturday in order to carry out a vow made by the people of Malwana on behalf of him to the Viharaya, during his imprisonment.
Following religious observances, Fonseka made a financial donation to the Viharaya for its future development.
''Now, we have to carry out our duties. We will not forget the people who prayed for us and who carried out poojas for us. These people did these things for us in the hope that we would show our gratitude to the country and the people.''
''We will not let these hopes be dashed. I wish to make a proclamation now, that we hope to embark on a journey, together with the Maha Sangha and the clergy, while adhering to the ten principles of Buddhist governance. We hope to embark on a political journey.''
Sarath Fonseka arrived at the historic Lenagampala Raja Maha Viharaya, on Saturday in order to carry out a vow made by the people of Malwana on behalf of him to the Viharaya, during his imprisonment.
Following religious observances, Fonseka made a financial donation to the Viharaya for its future development.
''Now, we have to carry out our duties. We will not forget the people who prayed for us and who carried out poojas for us. These people did these things for us in the hope that we would show our gratitude to the country and the people.''
''We will not let these hopes be dashed. I wish to make a proclamation now, that we hope to embark on a journey, together with the Maha Sangha and the clergy, while adhering to the ten principles of Buddhist governance. We hope to embark on a political journey.''
