General10 September 2026

Increased passenger traffic prompts body scanner installations in Palaly

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Sri Lanka Customs took steps to install body scanning machines at Palaly Airport and Kankesanthurai Port.

This decision was taken considering the increase in passenger movement, Customs Media Spokesperson and Customs Director Chandana Punchihewa stated at a news conference held in Colombo today.

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