Rs.105 billion have been allocated for schools in order to take health and all other measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the school community, Education Ministry Secretary Prof. Kapila Perera said.
Out of the total 10,165 schools in the country, 5,100 schools (from grade six and above) were re-opened for the third term today (23).
Schools in the Western province and in several risky/isolated areas in North-Western, Sabaragamuwa and Eastern provinces will be closed until further notice.
The Education Secretary said the situation will be monitored prior to opening of primary classes in schools.
Former Speaker and NPP MP Asoka Ranwala was arrested today following a road accident in the Denimulla area of Sapugaskanda last night, police said.
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