At least 25 people were reportedly killed in multiple bomb blasts near several churches and five-star hotels here on Easter Sunday, the state media said.

Explosions also took place near Kingsbury, Shangri-La and Cinnamon Grand Hotels in Colombo around 8:45 a.m. (local time).

According to Colombo Page, more than 80 people who were injured in the blast have been shifted to the Colombo National Hospital.

The police further urged the public to stay indoors and not to gather at the explosion sites.

Sri Lankan Minister of Economic Reforms, Harsha de Silva confirmed that there were many casualties including foreigners.

Meanwhile, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj said that she is in "constant touch" with the Indian High Commissioner in Colombo".

"We are keeping a close watch on the situation," she tweeted.

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