Awareness on public security during Vesak

There is a possibility that the terrorists who are now desperate in their hour of defeat may launch sudden attacks in any part of the island, states the Media Centre for National Security in a press release.

The release Adds "in this backdrop, it is essential that the public be extra vigilant about national security.

It is a common sight that large crowds visit Colombo and suburban towns for sightseeing and to engage in meritorious activities organized to mark the Vesak Festival.

Any lack of vigilance by the public may be exploited by the terrorists to launch an attack.

"Therefore, the Security Forces and the Police have arranged to implement a program to intensify the vehicle search to ensure public security. It is expected that the public will extend their fullest cooperation to the members of the Security Forces and the Police in performance of their duties.

"The public are requested to contact telephone No's 118/119, if and when they notice any suspicious person or behaviour."