COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lankan authorities fired tear gas and water cannons to disperse a protest that took place close to the Carlton House in Tangalle.

A large crowd gathered at the road leading to Carlton House in Tangalle on Monday (4) morning to protest against the government.

Carlton House is considered the private residence of the Rajapaksa Family.

The protestors were demanding the government resign and also against the mismanagement of the economy.

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