Protesters once again protested outside the Prime Minister’s House against the Sri Lankan president’s escape from the country and the imposition of a state of emergency following the worst economic crisis in Sri Lanka.
During the protests, protesters tried to break into the Prime Minister’s House, but security forces used tear gas and low-flying helicopters to intimidate protesters.
It may be recalled that the President of Sri Lanka Gotabia Rajapaksa had fled the country in a military plane after which an emergency was declared in the country.
Raja Maldives fled the Maldives in a military plane without resigning, after which Prime Minister Vikram Singh was appointed acting president of Sri Lanka.
On the other hand, Sri Lanka’s army chief has appealed to the people to remain calm and declared respect for the constitution.