Police officers deployed to control traffic near filling stations

Police officers are now stationed near filling stations to help with traffic jams after the QR code system was brought back for fuel distribution, according to W.P.J. Senadheera, the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Traffic and Road Safety. In a media briefing, DIG Senadheera mentioned that fear among the public has caused heavy traffic and long lines at filling stations. To address this, police have decided to assign officers to all filling stations to manage traffic, keep order, and reduce delays for drivers. DIG Senadheera reassured the public that there is no reason to panic, explaining that fuel will be given out based on the set quota for each vehicle type under the QR code system. He noted that the traffic issues are mainly due to people trying to hoard fuel unnecessarily, with some only needing a small amount but trying to take much more because they are worried about running out. The DIG added that the QR code system was introduced to manage the current global situation and aims to ensure fair and organized fuel distribution without creating long lines. W.P.J. Senadheera confirmed that traffic officers have been deployed around filling stations to help reduce congestion and maintain a safe flow of traffic in Sri Lanka.