Sri Lanka, Dec. 15 -- Special police security arrangements have been made in urban areas and places of worship in view of the upcoming festive season, the Police Media Spokesperson, Assistant Superintendent of Police F. U. Wootler stated.

Speaking to media today (15), ASP Wootler said that an additional 2,500 police personnel have been deployed for the operation in the Western Province alone.

The Police Spokesperson noted in view of the festive season, the Inspector General of Police has issued a special directive to all police stations to ensure security in cities, at places of worship and in areas with large public gatherings, including shopping complexes.

Accordingly, members of the public have been advised to exercise caution when ...