Srilanka, Feb. 26 -- A new police station was officially opened today (26) in Keragala village, located within the Dompe Divisional Secretariat of the Gampaha District, under the patronage of Hon. Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananda Wijepala.

The need for a formal police station had been a topic of discussion for some time due to the large crowds visiting the historic Keragala Padmavathi Pirivena Rajamaha Viharaya daily. The station aims to ensure the safety of devotees and strengthen law enforcement in the area. Previously, only a police checkpoint existed at the location.

The construction of the new police station building was made possible by a land donation from the Kajuhena Karunaratne family and contribut...