The Ministry of Defence Sri Lanka has announced the launch of a special security programme to ensure public safety during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year period.

The programme is being implemented under the instructions of Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha, with the involvement of the Tri-Forces, Sri Lanka Police, and intelligence units.

A joint operations room has been established at Police Headquarters in Colombo to coordinate security activities islandwide.

The public can contact the operations room via multiple hotline numbers and email for emergency assistance.

The Ministry of Defence has urged the public to cooperate with security forces to maintain a safe and peaceful festive season.