Sri Lanka: Protest marches impacting traffic in Colombo August 8

Event

As of 15:30 (local time) on Wednesday, August 8, traffic congestion was reported around the Lipton Circus/Town Hall in the capital Colombo. The traffic was caused by a protest march staged by a student union. Meanwhile, due to a second protest march staged by depositors of a finance company (from Ibbanwala Junction to the Central Bank), some roads have been closed to traffic, including Galle Road from the Ceramic Junction towards the NSA Roundabout.

Advice

Individuals in Colombo are advised to avoid all public gatherings and rallies, anticipate road diversions, and adhere to any instructions issued by local authorities.