THE PUBLIC should remain vigilant as the LTTE may launch sudden attacks in any part of the country during the Vesak festive season, the Defence Ministry warned yesterday.
“There is a possibility that the LTTE which is now desperate in its hour of defeat may launch sudden attacks in any part of the island,” the Media Centre for National Security (MCNS) said.
It said that in this context, is essential that the public be extra vigilant about 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.
“Security forces and the police have arranged to implement a programme 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 the performance of their duties,” it said.
It further said that the public are requested to contact telephone numbers 118 or 119 when they notice any suspicious person or behaviour.
(Courtesy: Daily mirror)
