The PHI says the consequences of failing to heed health guidelines prior to the Sinhala and Tamil New Year are being experienced at present.
The highest number of coronavirus cases yesterday, have been reported from the Colombo District recording 57.
Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi claims the government has successfully managed to contain the spread of the coronavirus.
The Road Development Authority says it expects additional traffic along expressways today.
The number of COVID-19 cases confirmed in the country has risen to 96,439 following the detection of 253 patients yesterday.
The President in his address to the nation on the 73rd Independence Day said he will discharge his duties to all Sri Lankans.
Sri Lanka celebrates her 73rd Independence Day today.
Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa today delivered the 2021 Budget speech in Parliament.