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Avukana Buddha statue robing: Warning given by Archaeology Dept.

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Zonal Archaeology Officers in an on-site inspection said there was no physical damage to the historical Avukana Buddha statue or the surrounding archaeological items due to dressing of the historic Statue with a saffron robe last Poya day.

The Department of Archaeology has informed the Viharadhipathi Thera of Avukana Rajamaha Viharaya with a warning that if these types of actions are done using statues  or any other items of historical and archaeological value, they must get permission in writing from the Director General of Archaeology, otherwise they will be dealt with according to the law.

A complaint has been filed at the Galnawa Police Station in a statement signed by the Acting Director General of Archaeology, Nishanthi Jayasinghe regarding the incident, Department of Archaeology stated.

A few days ago, social media published news about the Avukana Buddha statue being dressed with a saffron robe with photos, and it was widely discussed in the society. The Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs, Vidura Wickremanayake ordered an immediate systematic probe to be carried out into the incident.

A very urgent report had been called from the Anuradhapura Assistant Director of Archaeology related to the news. Accordingly, an on-site inspection of the Buddha statue has been carried out and a statement has been obtained from the Viharadhipathi Thera of Avukana Rajamaha Viharaya regarding the related incident.

The Viharadhipathi has said that he arranged to put a saffron robe on the statue for a few hours and conduct pooja for the Katina festival held annually in the temple. He has further said that the dressing of the statue took place with his knowledge and was not done with the intention of harming the Buddha statue or any other archaeological monuments in any way.

The Thera has also said that he was not able to inform the Department of Archaeology about the dressing of a robe on the Avukana Buddha statue for this Katina Pooja and also admitted that it was not informed due to being unaware about it.

(dailynews)

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Furthermore, the examination department stated that all service counters and the online service will not be operational on Thursday (14).

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Neil McKenzie appointed consultant coach

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Accordingly, he will work with a group of Sri Lankan players who departed for South Africa last night to participate in a pre-series camp ahead of the upcoming two-match Test series against South Africa.

“McKenzie will bring in vital, in-depth insights about the South African conditions to help Sri Lankan players adapt to the challenge,” said: Ashley De Silva, CEO, Sri Lanka Cricket.

The former South African batsman, who scored closer to 5,000 international runs for South Africa across formats, will work with the Sri Lankan players from November 13th to 21st.

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The cyber attack had taken place on Nov. 01, according to Senior Information Officer at SLCERT Charuka Damunopola.
“Due to this cyber attack, changes were detected on the Meteorological Department’s official website. Following preliminary investigations, necessary measures are underway to restore the website, with further inquiries ongoing to assess the full impact,” he has said.

Mr. Damunopola further confirms that initial findings indicate no data was accessed or stolen by external parties, however, SLCERT continues to monitor the situation closely to ensure the website’s functionality and security are fully restored.

(Excerpts – adaderana.lk)

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