The local police OIC must be informed when organizing dansals and pandals for the upcoming Poson Poya, said Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) W. P. J. Senadheera. Addressing a media briefing in Colombo, he said that this step was taken with the aim of minimizing accidents. .
"If you are doing something that is an exhibition for the public, you have been asked to provide the necessary guidelines in coordination with the OIC. How to park vehicles, etc.
We are not saying not to give dansals. Do it in a formal manner. The OICs must definitely intervene and organize dansals in a formal manner for this Poson." He said.