Police fire tear gas at protestors in Maradana
Posted by ONLANKA Newsroom on February 3, 2023 - 11:00 pm
Sri Lanka Police have fired tear gas and used water cannons to disperse protestors near the Elphinstone Theatre in Maradana, a short while ago.
Protesters were protesting against the Sri Lanka Government’s spending to mark the country’s 75th Independence Day celebrations despite the ongoing economic crisis.
Latest Headlines in Sri Lanka
- Maldivian President Muizzu arrives in Sri Lanka for state visit May 3, 2026
- Mahinda Rajapaksa and Piyankara Jayaratne summoned by Bribery Commission over Airbus deal May 3, 2026
- Sri Lanka to Impose VAT on Digital Services from July 1, 2026 May 3, 2026
- Deputy Defence Minister reviews Coast Guard operations in Mirissa and Balapitiya May 3, 2026
- Russian Health Minister due in Sri Lanka today for official visit May 3, 2026