Monday, September 26, 2016

Ven. Omalpe Sobitha Thero to resign as JHU leader

Venerable Dr. Omalpe Sobitha Thero has been declared  his resignation from the leadership of the Jathika Hela Urumaya (JHU). The Thero made this announcement while delivering his speech in the 13th National Convention of the JHU being held on 24th September 2016 at the Sugathadasa Indoor Stadium. 


The Venerable Thero confirmed, that he would continue to work delicately for the JHU. The party today also made several new appointments to top positions.  Deputy Minister of Parliamentary Reforms and Mass Media Karunarathna Paranawithana and Ven. Hadigalle Wimalasara Thero were appointed as joint chairmen of the JHU. Western Provincial Council member Nirosha Athukorala was appointed as Deputy Chairperson. Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka was named General Secretary of the party while Anuruddha Pradeep was appointed the Deputy General Secretary.  Western Provincial Council member Nishantha Sri Warnasinghe was appointed the National Organiser of the JHU. 

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