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Sri Lanka witnessed one of the black days in thier history since independence. Churches and hotels were hit by six explosions on Easter Sunday, wounding several people. According to reports, 185 people are dead and 400 injured. The death toll also includes 35 foreigners. As per police spokesperson, two blasts took place, hours later. Sri Lankan government has declared a curfew. It is not clear until when the curfew will be in place. The government has imposed a temporary ban on social media as well.

The three hotels where the blast took place are the Shangri-La Colombo, Kingsbury Hotel in Colombo and the Cinnamon Grand Colombo and the three churches are in Colombo, Negombo and Batticaloa. The seventh blast was reported in Dehiwela, near the capital. Colombo National hospital said several wounded had been brought in for treatment.

Sri Lanka Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe condemned the attack on Sri Lankan people and urged everybody to be together in these horrific times. He also added that the government are taking actions to control the situation.

“I strongly condemn the cowardly attacks on our people today. I call upon all Sri Lankans during this tragic time to remain united and strong. Please avoid propagating unverified reports and speculation. The government is taking immediate steps to contain this situation,” Ranil said.

Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also condemned the attack and said that India stands in solidarity with the people of Sri Lanka. Security has been stepped up at the country’s main Bandaranaike International Airport. Also, the roads were almost empty after the government implemented the curfew.

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