From The Hindu Archives, February 6, 1926: Control of Buddha Gaya

A meeting to consider the Indian Committee’s Report issued in connection with the Buddha Gaya temple was held on 3rd February at the Olcott Memorial Hall, Ananda College. The Rev. Kahave Ratnasara, High Priest of the Maligakanda Temple, presided and a large number of delegates from various Buddhist Associations was present. Dr. O.A. Hewaritarne said that the agitation for the control of Buddha Gaya by the Buddhists began as early as 1891. After persistent efforts, they succeeded in getting the Indian National Congress to appoint a Sub-Committee to enquire into the matter.