BASL Asked The President To Explain His Decision, Ensure The Fundamental Rights

According to the Colombo Page, Bar Association of Sri Lanka has asked the President to explain his decision to declare Emergency State on May 6 and to ensure that the fundamental rights of people are not violated. The declaration came after massive protests across the island demanding resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa. Sri Lanka is struggling with food and electricity shortages, seeking help from neighbours.