A two-day token strike initiated by the Postal Department unions in protest of the Sri Lankan government's decision to sell two historic post office buildings in Nuwara Eliya and Kandy for hotel development projects has created significant disruption in mail services. The strike, called to oppose the sale of these iconic post office buildings, has prompted the cancellation of all leave for postal workers for the next three days.

The Sri Lankan government's move to sell these historically significant post office buildings has been met with staunch opposition from postal workers and preservation advocates, who argue that these buildings are integral parts of the country's cultural and architectural heritage.

Postmaster General R.P. Satkumara, in response to the strike, issued an announcement stating that no post office across the island would be closed. However, the disruption caused by the strike has undoubtedly impacted the normal functioning of mail services.

The Department of Posts has taken the step to cancel holidays for all employees during the strike period, which includes today, tomorrow, and the following day. As a result, postal workers are united in their effort to voice their opposition to the government's decision, making it clear that they stand against the sale of these historic post office buildings.