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6,000 Cops deployed for Colombo May Day events

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The authorities have announced an increase in security measures across areas earmarked for May Day rallies, notably in Colombo, prioritizing public safety.

According to the Police Media Spokesman, DIG Nihal Talduwa, a contingent of six thousand police officers will be strategically deployed to oversee security during the May Day parades and rallies in Colombo. An additional four thousand officers will be allocated for security arrangements in other regions.

DIG General Nihal Talduwa emphasized that a portion of these personnel will be mobilized promptly to bolster security measures.

The police also acknowledged the potential requirement for military support if deemed necessary.

Moreover, it has been stipulated that the use of drones to document May Day festivities without prior authorization is strictly prohibited.

DIG Nihal Talduwa underscored the necessity of obtaining official consent before employing drones for such purposes.

In Colombo alone, 14 May Day parades and rallies are scheduled to take place. Concurrently, prominent political parties have initiated preparations to commemorate International Workers’ Day.

The United National Party’s May Day Rally, under the chairmanship of President Ranil Wickramasinghe, is slated to convene at the P. D. Sirisena Grounds in Maligawatte.

Palitha Range Bandara, General Secretary of the United National Party, announced the cancellation of this year’s May Day parade due to inclement weather conditions.

Meanwhile, the May Day rally organized by the Samagi Jana Balawega will unfold at Chatham Street, Colombo.

Tissa Attanayake, National Organizer of Samagi Jana Balawega, disclosed plans for a parade commencing at Gunasinghapura Stadium, culminating at Chatham Street. Simultaneously, another May Day rally by the same party is scheduled in Talawakele.

The Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna will hold its May Rally at Campbell Park, Borella, while the Sri Lanka Freedom Party’s May Day rally is set to take place at the Gampaha Municipal Council Grounds.

Notably, all party members are expected to participate in these events.

Furthermore, the National People’s Power is organizing May Day rallies across various locations, advocating for people power as a means to propel national development.

These locations include those in Colombo, Jaffna, Matara, and Anuradhapura, each featuring distinct start times and routes, culminating in public gatherings aimed at fostering civic engagement and political discourse.

In Colombo, the parade will commence at 2 PM From BRC Grounds and reach C. W. W. Kannangara by 3 PM for a rally.

In Jaffna, the rally will take place at 10 AM at the Thandai Selva Hall.

In Matara, the parade will commence at 2 PM from the Rahula Junction, and the rally will take place at 3:30PM at the Matara Beach Park.

In Anuradhapura, the parade will commence at 2 PM from the Walisinghe Harischandra Grounds and the rally will take place at 3:30 PM at the Anuradhapura Public Ground.

(News 1st)

 (This story, originally published by News 1st has not been edited by SLM staff)

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Youth dies after being attacked with a helmet

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A young man has died after being assaulted with a helmet during an altercation in Halwathura, Bulathsinhala.

Police said the incident occurred following an argument between the victim and another individual.

The victim was initially admitted to Horana Hospital, later transferred to Colombo National Hospital, and then returned to Horana Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

The deceased is a 30-year-old resident of Halwathura, Bulathsinhala, police said.

A 23-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the incident, and investigations are underway by the Bulathsinhala Police.

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CPC assures no fuel shortage in SL

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The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has assured that there will be no fuel shortage in the country under any circumstances.

 According to the CPC Chairman – D.J. Rajakaruna, the CPC has already placed and confirmed orders for the fuel required for the next 02 months and there is absolutely no reason to anticipate a fuel shortage in the country.

He said however there are concerns about where the fuel shipments will originate from and whether there is an impact due to the war.

Rajakaruna also warned that legal action would be taken against those found hoarding fuel illegally.

According to CPC data, the majority of Octane 92 petrol is sourced from Malaysia, Singapore, or India, and not from conflict zones in the Middle East, with only one shipment expected from Oman, CPC Chairman said.

He further noted that even in the event of the Strait of Hormuz being closed, the CPC has alternative supply routes in place. Diesel stocks are also sourced from non-conflict zones, he added.

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Bodies of 02 youths shot, found in Middeniya

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The bodies of 02 youth who were shot and killed with a pistol-type firearm have been discovered in Thorakolayaya, Middeniya.

According to police, the deceased were between 25 and 30 years old.

The shooting occurred this morning (June 25), and currently police have launched an investigation, with 03 special teams now collaborating with the Middeniya Police.

The motive behind the shooting and the identities of the perpetrators are yet to be determined.

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