Sri Lanka cannot enter a lockdown’ – President
Posted on August 18th, 2021

Courtesy Hiru News

President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has stated that the country cannot enter a lockdown. He emphasised that steps are being taken to tighten the travel restrictions imposed in the country.

The President stated this at a Cabinet meeting held last night (17).

The President has pointed out that if the country enters a lockdown, the country’s economy will collapse and those who depend on daily wages will face difficulties.

It said the vaccination process should be accelerated to control the spread of the virus.

Meanwhile, it is reported that the Minister of Finance Basil Rajapaksa has submitted a proposal to the Cabinet to purchase 164 vehicles including ambulances, water bowsers and double cabs required for essential field activities.

It is reported that this new proposal has been submitted to replace the program of purchasing jeeps which was cancelled after the letters of credit were opened subject to the approval of the Cabinet of Ministers.

One Response to “Sri Lanka cannot enter a lockdown’ – President”

  1. Nimal Says:

    Vaccinate everyone asap.

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