Army Commander General Shavendra Silva says that the travel restrictions between the provinces will be effective from 12 midnight today (11).

The Minister also stated that the travel restrictions between these provinces are applicable to people other than essential services.

The Army Commander said that the guidelines in this regard will be issued by the Director General of Health.

Army Commander General Shavendra Silva also said that movement within provinces could also be restricted, taking into account the rate of COVID19 cases.