Sri Lanka Highways: STF Role Rethink Underway

Focus on Removing Police Special Task Force from Highway Duties - Sagala Ratnayaka

by Staff Writer 24-12-2023 | 12:06 PM

The PMD reports, that a discussion was held on the ongoing responsibilities of the Sri Lanka Police Special Task Force on the country’s highways, addressing issues related to accidents, fires, and crimes.

The conversation focussed on the possibility of reassigning these tasks formally, withdrawing the Police Special Task Force from its current duties.

The participants explored the creation of an alternative system to handle these responsibilities. 

Sagala Ratnayaka emphasized the need for a specific program, urging Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva to spearhead its prompt preparation.

During the meeting, Sagala Ratnayaka instructed officials to develop and submit the program swiftly.