UNP must decide whether SF is fit to be a minister: Elle Gunawansa Thera

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The Ven. Elle Gunawansa Thera, in response to a statement by Minister and Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka describing the monk as a 'mad man in robes' said yesterday the United National Party (UNP) should decide whether it should have such a person as a Cabinet minister any longer.

The monk said senior UNPers such as Gamini Dissanayake, Lalith Athulathmudali and R. Premadasa had visited his temple on several occasions.

“Mr. Fonseka is a political reject. Only the UNP accommodated him and gave him a portfolio. The UNP should now decide whether it should risk its credibility by having such a person in the Cabinet. However, the people will decide,” he said.

“In a way, slandering me has turned out to be a blessing in guise. I was able to realize the magnitude of affection people have towards me. Throngs of people from all walks of life are visiting me. All the former army commanders frequented my temple. Mr. Fonseka's claim that war crimes took place has become a reason for jubilation by pro-LTTE groups operating overseas,” the monk said.

He said Mr. Fonseka's harsh attitude towards him had forced him to appear on the political stage for the first time.

“So, far I have not stepped on anyone's political stage but I will do it for the time when the occasion arises,” he said. (Kelum Bandara)

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Comments - 19

B S Perera Friday, 08 September 2017 07:15 PM

There are lot of people who do not fit to be in their respective communities.

SeriouSena Friday, 08 September 2017 07:23 PM

I wonder why our Hon. Minister Mr Dayasiri who specializes in fitness is not answering this Thera.

Tilak Friday, 08 September 2017 07:26 PM

The Mahanayake theros should decide whether this person is fit to be a priest!

Sahan Saturday, 09 September 2017 11:42 AM

So Tilak, why don't you tell us, why he is not fit to be a monk? Please do enlighten us.....

BuffaloaCitizen Saturday, 09 September 2017 12:30 PM

Before that, the Mahanayake's themselves should decide whether they are fit for their post.

Kiris Baba Amaray Friday, 08 September 2017 07:43 PM

Why not BBS No. 2 leader, remove your robe and be a politician if you have a back bone.

Katta Ariyawansa Friday, 08 September 2017 07:45 PM

I respect you when you are with the robe, if not I will slap you and teach you a good lesson man.

Asoka Friday, 08 September 2017 07:57 PM

Are you fit to wear a robe in the first place...???

Ronnie Bugger Friday, 08 September 2017 07:58 PM

Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka is more than fit to be a Minister but he restricted from being given the Ministry where his true potential can be used - that of law and order rather than the present nincompoop. So, Venerable Thero, if you fit the title, stick to your temple and preach the Dhamma rather than preaching to the Government.

surasena Friday, 08 September 2017 07:58 PM

Is there anyone in the ranks of clergy to decide how they fit to spread the teachings of Lord Buddha?

Hari M Friday, 08 September 2017 07:58 PM

I am sure there are plenty of monks who are not fit to be in the robe. It would be more fitting for Ven. Elle Gunawansa Thera to sort his house instead of getting involved in politics.

Leo Friday, 08 September 2017 08:15 PM

Why? Let him destroy UNP. UNP doesnt represent 90% of the population anymore.

Snowy Friday, 08 September 2017 08:38 PM

Yes, you are welcome to the political stage. I see an end of a era in the distant horizon. With the spread of the internet it is inevitable. The Internet is the knowledge hub. Future generations may not know what a school is, that is with walls and buildings.

Upul Friday, 08 September 2017 09:10 PM

Your chief Sanga Nayaka should decide whether you should be in Sasanaya.

Sharon Friday, 08 September 2017 09:15 PM

The great army commander SF expired in 2010. Now we have an "A" grade IRC dial, a stupid and a maniac...

abc Saturday, 09 September 2017 11:11 AM

Same goes for MR

Sofia Saturday, 09 September 2017 01:25 PM

But unless you are an UNPer your call is meaningless like your other utterances. Why should UNP heed yur request ?

Mason Saturday, 09 September 2017 01:27 PM

Field Marshall SF has spoken the truth and much more suitable to be a Minister, than many who now hold portfolios. Remember the ones brought in by MS through the back-door. Priests and Monks should devote their time in fostering religion and not dabble in politics.

Nilhan Jayawardene Sunday, 10 September 2017 03:20 PM

He should be ignored.

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