Strict inspection at Freight Container yard causes delays; Cargo Truck Drivers

The congestion is being created because customs inspections taking place at a very slow pace, they further added.

When inquired of the matter, Customs Media Spokesman Sunil Jayaratne said, there is a tendency to import goods including turmeric which are restricted to Sri Lanka these days, and because of this, containers are being extensively inspected and there could be a delay.

Recently, two customs officers were arrested for illegally releasing Turmeric from Customs.