COLOMBO (News 1st) – The President has issued an order banning the use of any garment or item which obstructs the identification of a person’s face.

According to a release issued by the President’s media division the ban comes into effect tomorrow (April 29). This step has been taken by the President under the provisions of the emergency regulations.

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