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Heavy security in Hambantota as police brace for protest

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Security has been hightened in Hambantota in view of a planned protest due to be held today in Hambantota town (6). The protest is being organized against alleged plans to sell the Hambantota Port and the Mattala Airport.

A heavy police presence was visible in Hambantota town and surrounding areas this morning. The protest was due to commence at 10.00am.   

Text and Pix by Rahul Samantha Hettiarachchi in Hambantota

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