Sri Lanka has declared a state of emergency as the country's economic crisis worsens. The government has imposed a curfew in Colombo and other major cities, and the military has been deployed to help maintain order.

The state of emergency gives the government sweeping powers to arrest and detain people without charge. It also allows the government to censor the media and restrict freedom of assembly.

The economic crisis in Sri Lanka has been caused by a number of factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine, and government mismanagement. The country is facing a severe shortage of foreign exchange, which has made it difficult to import essential goods such as food, fuel, and medicine.

The state of emergency is the latest in a series of measures that the government has taken to try to address the economic crisis. The government has also imposed a fuel rationing scheme, hiked taxes, and cut government spending.

However, these measures have so far failed to stabilize the economy, and the situation in Sri Lanka remains very tense. The state of emergency is likely to further restrict freedoms and could lead to further protests and unrest.

Here are some additional details about Sri Lanka's economic crisis:



  • The crisis has led to widespread shortages of food, fuel, and medicine.
  • The government has imposed a number of austerity measures, including fuel rationing and tax hikes.
  • The crisis has sparked widespread protests, and the government has responded by imposing a state of emergency.
  • The future of Sri Lanka's economy is uncertain, and the country is facing a number of challenges.