Padaviya Police have arrested two suspects after discovering a large stock of commercial explosives during a vehicle inspection. The operation took place last evening (27) in the 01st mile post area of the Padaviya police division.

Officers found 75 kg of gunpowder, 90 gelignite sticks, 300 detonators, and five detonation cords, all being transported without the required licenses. The suspects, aged 28 and 30, are residents of Hidogama and Mapaladikulama.