Key government offices closed to contain COVID-19 in Sri Lanka

Authorities in Sri Lanka closed key government offices and further expanded a curfew to contain a surging coronavirus outbreak.

Schools have closed, public gatherings were ordered halted and restrictions were imposed on public transport.

The Foreign Ministry closed the consular affairs office for the week and suspended all services to prevent the public from congregating.

The ministry said it would only accept queries and documentation assistance related to deaths of Sri Lankans overseas, strictly by appointment.

Other departments providing services related to revenue, immigration, pensions, vehicle license and registrations also closed for the week, and a state-sponsored exhibition was canceled.