The Archaeological Department will strengthen laws to take action against those involved in vanadalising and disrespecting of archaeological sites.
Director General of the Archaeological Department Professor P.B. Mandawela said the existing laws against those who act in such a manner were not sufficient at all.
Accordingly, attention has been drawn towards increasing the penalty and the fine for these offences.
"Several efforts to make people aware that they should avoid destroying such prominent sites, have proved futile" Prof. Mandawela lamented at a recent media briefing.
He also pointed out that illegal excavations are also taking place to obtain artifacts from such sites.
My acquittance with Chula goes back to 1976, 77 where Ananda Under 15 Soccer practices had in Cambel place, Chula was a brilliant mid fielder could kick the ball from both legs
Former Speaker and NPP MP Asoka Ranwala was arrested today following a road accident in the Denimulla area of Sapugaskanda last night, police said.
President Anura Kumara Dissaayake today announced a relief package for persons, including school children affected by the devastating landslides and floods.
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