Aug 27, Colombo: Sri Lanka Police are carrying out an awareness programme in Colombo today (27) to ensure pedestrians cross the road only at zebra crossings and overhead bridges. The programme is aimed at curbing jay walking.
According to the police media unit the programme will be conducted in the Colombo District throughout the day.
The Police say that jay walking has resulted in a rise in accidents. A similar programme was carried out in Kandy recently.