Sri Lanka, Nov. 1 -- Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Namal Karunaratne, has stated that there is no basis to the accusations claiming that the case filed against former Kurunegala Mayor Thushara Sanjeewa-regarding the demolition of the historic Rajya Sabha Mandapaya of King Bhuwanekabahu-was withdrawn.

The Deputy Minister further clarified that the specific case was concluded only after the anticipated objectives were achieved.

A portion of the historic Rajya Sabha Mandapaya, located in the Kurunegala town centre and belonging to the Yapahuwa Kingdom era, was demolished on July 15, 2020.

Accusations were levelled against the former Mayor, Thushara Sanjeewa, leading to legal proceedings.

Recently, the Opposition Leader of...