Army troops in Jaffna launched a sterilization programme recently in the Jaffna Teaching Hospital compound, Bazaar Street and surrounding areas, adjacent to the township as a precautionary measure following the resurgence of the threat of COVID-19 epidemic.
The programme was in place under the directives of Jaffna Security Forces Commander Maj. Gen. Priyantha Perera.
Over the recent weeks, dozens tested positive for COVID-19 in Jaffna city posing a threat of further spread of the virus in the region, a regional Health department official warned.
Former Speaker and NPP MP Asoka Ranwala was arrested today following a road accident in the Denimulla area of Sapugaskanda last night, police said.
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