A number of demonstrators were arrested near the side gate of the Presidential Secretariat today.
Protesters had earlier blocked some of the remaining access to the Presidential Secretariat in Fort, which also houses the Finance Ministry.
Tents were erected near the side gates of the Presidential Secretariat since late last night.
The Police and the military had been deployed to strengthen security at the side gates of the building.
Subsequently, they began arresting some protesters who were blocking the gate.
The Army had also closed part of Lotus Road before they withdrew and the road was opened.
The front entrance of the building is already blocked with protesters occupying the area since 9th April. (Colombo Gazette)
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