MR visits GR’s residence in Mirihana after unrest

Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and Sports Minister Namal Rajapaksa today visited President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s private residence in Mirihana where a public protest was held last night.

Tense situation erupted last night after police used teargas and water cannons to disperse the massive crowd who were protesting near the private residence of President in Mirihana.

Several vehicles were set on fire, while several people including security force members, journalists and civilians were injured during the unrest.

Police arrested over 50 persons including journalists in connection with the incident. (Darshana Sanjeewa Balasuriya)