Tense situation as 23 arrested at unemployed graduates protest

May 6, 2024 at 1:45 PM

At least 23 individuals were arrested following a tense situation at a protest in Anuradhapura by unemployed graduates of the North Central province.

Several individuals were reported to be seriously injured in the incident when the Police attempted to diffuse the situation.

The protesters are reported to have surrounded the North Central Provincial Council building. (Newswire)