Colombo(News 1st): A controversy has arisen surrounding the construction of a road which runs through the premises of the University of Ruhuna. However, construction had been halted following the intervention of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the university, university staff and security officials. Their attempts had been thwarted yet again by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor and other officials by obstructing the road using the University bus and the official vehicle of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor. After 3 rounds of talks with the Mayor they had decided to accept the previous road as a proper road”, SLPP member of the Matara Municipal Council Lalith Alwis who initiated the construction of the road said. However, University authorities believe the construction of a public road across the university premises would pose a threat to the security of the university.

Source: The Nation November 08, 2020 20:03 UTC