Sri Lanka, Sept. 7 -- Police state that two SLTB buses, which were providing special transport services for the Mahiyanganaya Esala Perahera, have been attacked.

The assault, which occurred at the Mahiyanganaya SLTB bus stand between 11:30 PM and 12:00 AM last night, targeted two buses from the Hasalaka and Udadumbara depots. Two SLTB employees were injured and hospitalized, and several people waiting at the bus stand to return home after watching the procession also sustained minor injuries.

The attack resulted in severe damage to both buses, with many windows destroyed. According to the Udadumbara depot manager, the estimated loss is approximately Rs. 200,000.

The police reported that the incident was sparked when a person, identifie...