Colombo, May 26 (Daily Mirror) – A discussion between representatives of the Sri Lanka Upcountry Hindu Priests’ Association and Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake was held this morning (26) at the Presidential Secretariat, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

The meeting focused on long-standing issues and challenges faced by Upcountry Hindu priests over several decades. Officials said that the Secretary to the President assured government intervention to provide systematic solutions to these concerns.

It was also agreed to hold follow-up discussions every two to three months to review progress on the matters raised.

Talks further covered the government’s ongoing programme to address development and social needs in upcountry regions. Religious leaders present expressed appreciation for being given the opportunity to present their concerns directly to the government.

Senior Additional Secretary to the President Roshan Gamage, Director of the Department of Hindu Religious and Cultural Affairs Y. Aniruththanan, and several priests, including General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Upcountry Hindu Priests’ Association Dr. Shiva Sri Velu Suresh Sharma Kurukkal, were also present.