Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala says that police drug raids have been intensified due to the festive season. The Minister stated that special operations are underway to identify drunk drivers. He also informed the public to take necessary steps to minimize accidents during the New Year.
Over 35,000 police officers have been deployed across the island for security during the festive season.
Meanwhile, since the public is expected to visit shopping malls in large numbers centered around Colombo during the festive season, the police state that over 6,000 police officers have been deployed to protect the public visiting Fort, Pettah Galle face, Borella, Kirulapone and Bambalapitiya areas as well as areas where religious places are located.