Sri Lanka, June 8 -- A special security arraignment and a traffic plan are in place for the Poson festive season, centered around the sacred cities of Anuradhapura and Mihintale, according to Sri Lanka Police.

Acting Police Spokesman ASP F.U. Wootler stated that this special security and traffic plan will be implemented starting tomorrow (09).

He also mentioned that nearly 3,500 police officers have been deployed for this purpose and that these officers will be responsible for providing security, controlling traffic, carry out life-saving activities around rivers, and also engage in security duties in civilian attire.

He further urged devotees coming for the pilgrimage to take care of their valuables, keep the sacred places clean, and ...