It is the responsibility of the people to protect themselves – Asgiri Anunayaka
Posted by ONLANKA Newsroom on November 2, 2020 - 6:52 pm
The Anunayaka of the Chapter Most Venerable Vendaruwe Upali Thera emphasizes that it is the responsibility of all the public to ensure their own safety without waiting for the government to provide everything during COVID-19 crisis.
The Anunayaka thera made this statement to the media in Kandy today.
The Anunayaka thera also stated that the measures taken by the government to maintain the physical and mental health of the people should be appreciated.
Latest Headlines in Sri Lanka
- Four JMOs appointed for post-mortem on suspended Finance Ministry official May 1, 2026
- Prime Minister pledges stronger protection for workers on May Day May 1, 2026
- President credits workers for Sri Lanka’s economic progress May 1, 2026
- Suspended Finance Ministry officer dies by suicide amid USD 2.5 Million probe April 30, 2026
- Colombo inflation rises to 5.4% in April 2026 April 30, 2026
Ven Anunayake,
How can people protect themselves when cost of living is zooming like a rocket from the Mattala Airport.
Ven Anunayake, the cost of a coconut (through the backdoor) today is Rs 600 !!!!!