An investigative outlet has alleged that a coordinated plan exists to create civil disturbances in Sri Lanka to prevent the arrest of military personnel allegedly linked to the Easter Sunday attacks, according to reports from former military intelligence officials and activist groups.
An investigative news organization has reported allegations of a planned effort to generate civil unrest across Sri Lanka, reportedly timed to obstruct the arrest of military personnel under investigation. According to the report, a former military intelligence director provided testimony to the Presidential Commission of Inquiry, claiming that funding for the Easter Sunday attacks originated from military secret accounts rather than foreign terrorist organizations.
Activist organizations monitoring police independence have raised concerns about the timing of potential disturbances. According to their statements, planned unrest in major cities including Colombo, Anuradhapura, Kandy, and Kurunegala could be coordinated to prevent military arrests expected within days. The allegations suggest these disruptions are designed to shield individuals from custody.
Those making these claims characterize the individuals facing potential arrest as having aided terrorist operatives rather than serving as legitimate military personnel. The allegations also reference involvement of Buddhist clergy in mobilizing demonstrations. The sources assert that military uniforms alone do not define legitimate service, distinguishing between soldiers and individuals implicated in supporting terrorist activities.
The investigations into these allegations remain ongoing. Authorities have not yet confirmed details of planned arrests or verified the claims regarding coordinated disruption efforts. The government has not publicly commented on these allegations at this time.
