The request was made through a memorandum addressed to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
In the memorandum, the Thero stated that the education reforms proposed under the leadership of the Prime Minister are arbitrary and pose a serious threat to the country, its people, and the Buddha Sasana under the present government.
He further warned that the actions of what he described as an ignorant government lacking concern for the nation and the public would result in severe long-term harm to both the country and its citizens.
The Thero also pointed out that the proposed education reforms lack transparency, noting that no consultations had been held with Buddhist monks, clergy of other religions, teachers, or education experts.
According to the memorandum, the process adopted to introduce these reforms is fundamentally flawed and therefore lacks legitimacy.
Fulfilling what he described as his historical responsibility as a Buddhist monk, Venerable Elle Gunawansa Thero expressed his expectation that President Dissanayake, as Head of State, would take prompt action to safeguard the country, its people, and the Buddha Sasana from the perceived threat.
