Sri Lanka, Dec. 17 -- The Inspector General of Police (IGP) has instructed all Senior DIGs and DIGs to take necessary measures to maintain law and order and ensure a peaceful environment during the upcoming festive season, with special focus on religious sites.

Police Spokesman ASP F.U. Wootler said officers-in-charge have been directed to engage with religious leaders in their respective areas to strengthen security arrangements at places of worship.

He said special attention will be given to ensuring security in major cities where large crowds are expected for shopping, as well as at religious places where the public is expected to gather in large numbers.

"Members of public security councils, as well as trustee boards of religious i...