Sri Lanka, Nov. 29 -- Ministry of Education urges school principals to use fumigation for the protection of students sitting the G C E (O / L) Examination.

There is an increase of dengue patients reported in 6 districts.

The G.C E. O / L examination is scheduled to be held from 2nd to 12th December.

The Ministry of Education has instructed school principals to use fumigation to ensure the safety of students sitting the G.C.E. Ordinary Level examination as there is a risk of dengue.

They have been advised to consult the health officials and conduct the fumigation activities before the examination or on a Sunday.

In addition, the Ministry of Education has instructed all school principals to ensure that the school premises are cleaned w...