Action to protect Buddhism - PM

Prime Minister DM Jayaratne

Prime Minister DM Jayaratne said he had followed advice and directions of the Maha Sanga in every action taken for the advancement of Buddhism. He expressed these views at a meeting held in Gampola.

The Prime Minister said he sought the audience of 30 Reverences representing all three chapters at the Prime Minister's office with a view to celebrating the 2600th Sambuddhath Jayanthiya.

He said a joint program was prepared to ensure the persistence of Buddha Sasana. Special measures were introduced to protect and espouse Buddhism locally and internationally.

It is planned to adopt six Bills to ensure protection and endurance of Buddha Sasana and publish a booklet on programs.

The Prime Minister said the participation of all religions would be utilized to strengthen spirituality to build up a noble society agreeable to all religions. The aim was to build up a sense of co-existence and harmony among all ethnic and religious communities.