Troops Deployed: Unpacking the Root Causes of Sri Lanka's Prison Unrest The sight of heavily armed troops deployed to a maximum security prison in Sri Lanka is a stark reminder of the simmering crisis that has been brewing behind bars.
The recent deployment of troops to Welikada Prison, following an unsuccessful breakout attempt by inmates, highlights the dire conditions that have led to this point.
Overcrowding is a pressing issue, with Sri Lanka's prisons holding approximately four times their intended capacity.