Colombo (News1st): Leave for all Police officers has been cancelled with immediate effect. Police Spokesperson SP Ruwan Gunasekera speaking to News 1st said the decision was made by the Inspector General of Police.

He added that the IGP has instructed all Senior DIGs, DIGs, and OICs to take the necessary steps to uphold the peace in their respective areas. He went onto note that they have also been instructed to increase the number patrols in order to maintain law and order.

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