15 schools closed for Independence day rehearsals

Colombo (News 1st): 15 government, Private and International Schools in the Colombo district will be closed on the 3rd of February, due to Independence Day celebration rehearsals. According to the Ministry of Public Administration, Home Affairs and Local Government the final rehearsals for the 72nd National Day Celebrations will be held from tomorrow (Feb 3) morning. Hence, the Education Ministry has decided to close the following schools located near Independence Square to minimize traffic congestion. D.S. Senanayake College, Colombo Royal College, Colombo Thurstan College, Colombo Yashodhara College, Colombo Meauseus College, Colombo St. Bridget's Convent, Colombo Lady's College, Colombo Colombo International School, Colombo Wycherley International School, Colombo Further, the following schools will be closed to provide accommodation facilities for security personnel participating in the training. January 30th, 2 PM to February 4th, 4 PM Mahanama Collge, Colombo St. Micheal's Boys College, Polwatta St. Mary's Girls' College, Polwatta (Including the Junior School) February 3rd, 9 AM to February 4th Mihidu Maha Vdyalaya, Colombo 12 Al Hidaya Collge, Colombo 10 Ashoka College, Colombo 10