Sri Lanka, April 26 -- A special circular has been issued by the minister of education, Akila Viraj Kariyawasam to ensure the safety in schools, based on the current situation.

Accordingly, the circular has informed the school community regarding creating awareness amongst the community, establishing security committees, and the measures which should be followed to ensure safety.

In addition, minister of education, Akila Viraj Kariyawasam issuing the special circular had noted that the school principals, deputy principals, teachers, parents, student associations should establish security committees and sub committees to take necessary action.

The circular further notes that security should be beefed up during entering and exiting the s...