Politics · Sri Lanka Bureau
Venerable Gallelle Sumanasiri Thera appointed Sabaragamuwa University Chancellor
Senior Professor Venerable Gallelle Sumanasiri Thera, a respected Buddhist scholar and temple incumbent, has been appointed Chancellor of Sabaragamuwa University by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
The appointment of Venerable Gallelle Sumanasiri Thera to the chancellorship represents recognition of his scholarly contributions and standing within Sri Lanka's Buddhist intellectual community. As Chief Incumbent of Molagoda Kotamudungala Raja Maha Viharaya and holder of the prestigious Agga Maha Pandita title, he brings considerable experience in religious and educational leadership.
President Dissanayake formally approved the appointment, with the letter of appointment presented to the Venerable at an official ceremony. The position places him at the helm of one of the country's regional universities as it continues to develop its academic programmes and institutional profile.
Sabaragamuwa University, which serves the Ratnapura and Kegalle districts, will benefit from the Venerable's expertise as the institution balances academic advancement with cultural and religious values. His appointment underscores the university's commitment to drawing on respected figures within Sri Lankan society to guide its strategic direction.