07 Feb 2022 | 09:30 AM UTC
Sri Lanka: Protesters gathered outside Ministry of Education in Battaramulla area of Colombo Feb. 7
Protest reported outside Ministry of Education in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Feb. 7. Traffic disruptions occurring. Increased security likely.
Event
Teachers are protesting outside the Ministry of Education Isurupaya in the Battaramulla area of Colombo Feb. 7. Participants are demanding the government provide more school holidays for monastic schools. Traffic disruptions have been reported in the area.
Authorities will likely heighten security in the area until the protest concludes. Clashes between police and protesters are possible. Localized transport disruptions are likely for the duration of the protest.
Advice
Avoid the protest due to possible violence. If clashes break out, leave the area immediately. Follow all security personnel instructions. Allow additional travel time in the area.
