10 Arrested, Including Student Leader, During Protest

COLOMBO (News 1st) – Ten individuals, including Madhushan Chandrajit, the convener of the Inter-University Student's Federation, were arrested for allegedly participating in a protest in front of the Colombo Fort railway station in violation of election laws.

The Inter-University Student's Federation organized the protest to voice opposition to several issues, including the establishment of private universities. 

The protesters gathered on the main road in front of the Fort railway station and attempted to move forward.

According to News 1st correspondent, the police arrived and instructed the protesters to disperse. 

However, when the protesters continued to advance, the police intervened to disperse the crowd, resulting in the arrest of Madhushan Chandrajit and others.