The Chairman of the Mahiyangana Pradeshiya Sabha, K.P. Gunawardena has been released on bail by courts.
He has been arrested earlier today (10) over a complaint made by Ven. Watareka Vijitha Thero, who is the leader of the Jathika Bala Sena, is a member of the Mahiyangana PS.
According to the police, Ven. Vijitha Thero has lodged a complaint alleging that he was assaulted by Mr. Gunawardena during the PS session on Oct. 27.