The country will be closed for 10 days from tonight

Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella has announced on his Twitter account that the country will be closed from 10 pm today (20th) to 10 pm on the 30th.

The Minister said that the essential services are functioning normally and everyone is requested to stay at home in accordance with the law.

Nationwide Lockdown in effect from 10pm today (20/08) to Monday (30/08). All essential services will function as normal. I sincerely request all #lka citizens to adhere to the law and #StayHome

— Keheliya Rambukwella (@Keheliya_R) August 20, 2021