Sudden curfew announcement has led to “panic buying” with long queues seen outside many pharmacies and supermarkets in the country.
Spotted at a Supermarket in Colombo : "We are Sri Lankans we will rise up, we are not afraid against these politicians" pic.twitter.com/qZQLAmMAyA
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Heavy traffic reported in many areas in the country with public heading home before 6 PM.
Meanwhile, many protests were organised in Colombo today as well despite the curfew announcement.
"Time for change" protest currently underway near Nelum Pokuna, Colombo pic.twitter.com/vTQCcpPcWm
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Independent Law Student Movement also held a protest opposite the Supreme Court complex with the participation of more than 100 law students.
