Gintota situation under control

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Addressing concerns over the recent tensions which erupted in Gintota, Law and Order Minister, Sagala Ratnayake issued a statement saying the situation has completely been brought under control.

The Minister, issuing a special statement made avaliable on the government news portal, extended his gratitude to all parties that acted responsibly to avoid a bloodbath.

The Minister said additional Police battalions, the Police Special Task Force, the Anti-Riot Squad and the military were called to bring the situation under control.

"Under the instructions of the President and the Prime Minister, police curfew was also imposed on the area.

“I am aware that some political groups are now on a desperate mission to turn this minor brawl into a Sinhala-Muslim clash. I urge the public not to be misled by their false propaganda. The same elements are now in the process of disseminating false videos and news on social media platform to stir up communal sentiments. I reiterate that stern action will be taken against everyone, irrespective of their positions and political affiliations, attempting to resort to racist propaganda. The same will apply to the rumour-mongers trying to capitalize on this opportunity to achieve petty political gains," the Minister asserted.

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