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Travel restrictions to Jaffna relaxed
[February 12, 2002 - 6.00 GMT]

Government yesterday announced the immediate lifting of travel restrictions to the Jaffna peninsula.

Sri Lankans, foreign nationals and Colombo-based diplomats will be allowed free access to areas held by the LTTE, the defence ministry said in a press release.

However, “Any Sri Lankan, non-Sri Lankan, Diplomat or anyone visiting uncleared areas will do so at his/her own risk,” the release added.

 

 

 

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Last Updated Date: February 12, 2002  - 6.00 GMT.