Over 310,000 arrested in year-long anti-drug drive
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More than 310,000 suspects have been arrested during the first year of the ‘Ratama Ekata’ national anti-drug operation, according to Sri Lanka Police. The Police Media Division said 310,200 suspects had been arrested in 310,984 raids conduc.
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- —More than 310,000 suspects have been arrested during the first year of the ‘Ratama Ekata’ national anti-drug operation, according to Sri Lanka Police.
- —The Police Media Division said 310,200 suspects had been arrested in 310,984 raids conducted islandwide, between October 30, 2025, and October 29, 2026.
- —During the year-long operation, police seized 2,836 kg and [].
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