Tense situation in Chilaw between “We want Gota” & “Go home Gota” protesters

A tense situation was reported in Chilaw today following a confrontation between two groups of protesters.

The tense situation had erupted between a group of protesters supporting the government and other groups that were against the government. 

A pro-government group had been led by State Minister Sanath Nishantha.

The Police and security forces had been deployed to disperse the protesters and contain the situation. 

The Police said two vehicles had been damaged during the incident involving the pro and anti-government protesters.