The Supreme Court has ordered that the Fundamental Rights petition filed by former State Minister Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan, alias 'Pillayan,' challenging his arrest and detention, be called for hearing.
Accordingly, the petition has been fixed for hearing on January 19, 2027 as directed by the Supreme Court, Ada Derana reporter said.
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