The All Ceylon Hindu Congress (ACH) has expressed its joy over the Saudi Arabian Supreme Court's decision to revoke the death sentence imposed on Sivaraja Anojan, a native of Narpittimunai in the Eastern Province. The Congress extended its sincere gratitude to both the Sri Lankan and Saudi Arabian Governments for their prompt action and deep concern regarding Anojan’s case.
A joint media statement in this regard was issued by the President of the All Ceylon Hindu Congress, Abiramy Kailasapillai, and its Secretary, V Kandasamy.
The All Ceylon Hindu Congress whole-heartedly welcomes the decision of the Supreme Court of Saudi Arabia reversing an earlier judicial decision to execute Sivarasa Anojan who hails from Natpiddimunai in the Eastern Province of Sri Lanka.
The All Ceylon Hindu Congress wishes to express its heartfelt gratitude to His Excellency the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the Sri Lankan Government including the External Affairs Ministry officials for initiating prompt action in this regard and also to the diplomatic corps and the legal teams of both Saudi Arabia and Sri Lanka. Our sincere gratitude and appreciation is extended to the Government of Saudi Arabia and its Supreme Council for bringing the matter to a satisfactory conclusion.
As Sivarasa Anojan belongs to a family of the Hindu faith, the All Ceylon Hindu Congress took specific interest in the matter, and held discussions with the UN Office in Sri Lanka and other envoys and also with Jamiyyathul Ulama representing the Islamic faith, all of whom received our concerns with utmost courtesy and sympathy promising action at the highest level.
Although this episode caused shockwaves in Sri Lanka, it is a cause for great satisfaction that all people concerned treated this matter with utmost responsibility, maturity and harmony, which goes to prove that humanity transcends all divides including ethnic, religious and political barriers. The dignity, discipline and compassion displayed by all people in the matter could certainly be considered as a harbinger for unity and reconciliation of our beautiful land.
This context also serves as a pointer to the potential consequences of the handling of social media. The implications of opinions expressed impetuously and impulsively at the press of a button, as demonstrated in this instance, should serve as a stark reminder to all users of social media, that restraint is the best option under all circumstances, with particular reference to the younger generation.
It is not a matter of disagreement that there is an absolute need for social responsibility and discipline in this regard. The All Ceylon Hindu Congress expresses its relief and heartful contentment that the incident which shook the entire Nation has finally concluded on a positive note in highlighting the lofty ideals of humanity and humanitarian values in the midst of crisis.
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