The Jaffna home of an Indian consulate official was ransacked on Friday reports the Hindu.
It is reported that the Sri Lankan Army keeps close watch on the consulate officials and that issues of intimidation have arisen.
While a video player and some money were taken from the premises, the house was raided thoroughly seemingly with the intention of a specific search.
Officials confirmed that a formal protest has been lodged.
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