Self-proclaimed Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva, Mahinda Kodithuwakku who was arrested in Pannipitiya yesterday, ordered to be remanded till January 24 by the Colombo Fort Magistrate's Court.
He was arrested by the CID for allegedly insulting Buddhism and hurting religious feelings.
The suspect was arrested on four charges, including violations under the Computer Crimes Act. Police said he faces allegations of insulting the Buddhist doctrine by delivering various sermons, thereby offending religious sentiment.
