Jaffna residents stage a protest against the dismantling of an Army camp citing security apprehensions, and present a petition in response.

Reports indicate that the inhabitants of the region expressed their opposition to the presence of the 4th Sri Lanka Lion Regiment unit situated in the Thattkolam area, culminating in a protest on August 14th. Initiated in July, the drive to garner signatures in support of the demonstration gained momentum. The local residents harbor worries that the dismantling of the 14th Sinha Regiment camp could pave the way for an upsurge in Tamil cult activities within their vicinity. A formal letter, directed to the Minister of Defense, the Head of the Army, the Commander at Jaffna Security Headquarters, the Governor of Jaffna, the District Secretary, and the Provincial Secretary, was presented as part of this action.