By Darshana Sanjeewa Balasuriya

The Ministry of Defence yesterday categorically denied social media reports circulated last night that a large number of military personnel were heading towards Galle Face protest site. 

“There is no such attempt to attack or disturb ‘the Aragala Bhumiya’ as falsely circulating in social media now. The Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva categorically denies the falsely fabricated information,” Ministry of Defence Spokesman said.

Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka also has denied the rumours of a military operation to occupy the Aragalaya struggle ground at this moment.

“Do not panic, continue your struggle peacefully and non-violently,” Fonseka said.