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The claim

Cabinet banned political gatherings at Galle Face Green

Rating

Misleading

Reviewed by Factcrescendo Sri Lanka ↗ ·

Original fact check ↗

Original review summary

The review says the Cabinet’s November 5, 2024 decision lifted the 2023 restrictions and reopened Galle Face Green for festivals, musical events, and religious activities. It reports that the Cabinet statement did not specifically address political gatherings, but the President’s Media Division clarified that political events could still be held there.[S1]

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Sources and attribution

  1. [S1] Factcrescendo Sri Lanka original review

    Original review · Retrieved October 16, 2026