Ven. Ulapane Sumangala Thero stated that the Satyagraha is being temporarily concluded, following a pledge by the Mahanayake Theros of the three Nikayas (sects) to intervene in the efforts to secure the release of Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thero. He made these remarks this afternoon during a press conference held to mark the conclusion of the monks' Satyagraha, which had been ongoing for ten days at Viharamahadevi Park.
He noted that the Mahanayake Theros of the three Nikayas had informed him in writing of their intention to intervene to secure the release of Gnanasara Thero, and that it is for this reason that the Satyagraha is being temporarily brought to an end.