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Area residents set up checkpoint along road leading to BIA

10 May 2022

People residing in close proximity to the Bandaranaike International Airport have set up a checkpoint along the road leading to the airport. Footage widely shared on social media depicts citizens stopping and looking into every passing vehicle. The check point is said to be in operation to prevent Ministers and other public representatives from fleeing the country. A heavy military presence is also observed in the area, overseeing the actions of the public.


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