Srilanka, March 28 -- Maradana Police arrested 27 individuals last night (27) for protesting in front of the Ministry of Health in violation of a court order.

The demonstration was organized by the Faculty of Allied Health Sciences Students' Union, demanding action on several issues. Members of the Inter-University Students' Union, including its convener, also participated in the protest.

Despite an initial discussion between eight representatives and the Health Ministry Secretary, the talks failed, prompting the protesters to continue their demonstration at the same location.

The police had earlier reported the protest to the court, which resulted in an order prohibiting demonstrations near the Ministry of Health, surrounding hospita...