March 13, 2021 12:28 pm-Minister of Public Security Rear Admiral (Rtd) Sarath Weerasekara says he has signed the Cabinet paper banning the burqa in Sri Lanka. His remarks came during an event held at a temple in Kalutara area today (March 13). Explaining the reason for the move, the Public Security Minister said the burqa directly affects the national security of the country.

Source: The Nation March 13, 2021 06:56 UTC