• Obtaining the assistance of the Army in addition to the Police to curb unrest at filling stations was also discussed

By Darshana Sanjeewa Balasuriya 

The Ministry of Public Security has instructed the police to use minimal force against those who behave violently near filling stations and during protests. The instructions were given during a discussion between the Minister of Public Security and senior police officers on Saturday.   

The Ministry said instructions were given to maintain law and order in the event of such violent incidents. During the meeting, it was also discussed on obtaining the assistance of the Army in addition to the Police to curb unrest at filling stations.  

However, the Minister said during the discussion that no action should be taken against peaceful protests.