The Police fired tear gas and water cannons on a protest in Maradana this afternoon.
The protest was led by the Socialist Youth Union (SYU) and was staged against the Government.
The protesters staged a walk from Lipton Circus but were blocked at Deans Road by the Police.
The Police fired tear gas and water cannons on the protesters and gave chase and arrested some of them.
The National Organiser of the Socialist Youth Union (SYU) Eranga Gunasekera and a journalist were among those arrested.
Several protesters entered the Viharamahadevi Park and sought refuge.
The Viharamahadevi Park was recently announced as an alternative site to stage protests. The Police withdrew after the protesters entered the park. (Colombo Gazette)
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