It is reported that almost 23 lakhs of rupees had been stolen by the leader of a major temple in the Payagala area to start a housing project for four parents of the homeless novice monks who are going to be ordained under him in conjunction with the upcoming Pirivena day.
In this regard, the leader of the temple has submitted a complaint yesterday (27th) and the police have stated that investigations have been started regarding the incident.
It is reported that the police stated that the theft occurred during the religious rites of the temple recently (26th) night, and that the key of the shrine was found on a bench during the religious rites of the temple.