Sri Lankan authorities should immediately and unconditionally release journalist Tharindu Uduwaragedara and investigate allegations that he was beaten by police, the Committee to Protect Journalists said
“The arrest and police beating of Sri Lankan journalist Tharindu Uduwaragedara are appalling, and authorities must immediately release him and provide him with access to medical care,” said Beh Lih Yi, CPJ’s Asia program coordinator. “Authorities must hold the perpetrators of this attack accountable and ensure that journalists can cover protests without fear of reprisal.”
Unite Collective (A Collective of Trade Unions & Mass Movements) has also demanded the release of Tharindu Uduwaragedara.
Meanwhile, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa also visited the journalist who is currently held at Borella Prison.