The State Ministry of Vehicle Regulation, Bus Transport Services and Train Compartments, and Motor Car Industry Secretary S.M.D.L.K. Meanwhile, the Department of Railways has taken steps to resume public transport services between the provinces, with the public servants being called to work as usual from today (2). Another 10 trains will run on the Kelani Valley line, from Avissawella and Padukka railway stations to Colombo Fort. In addition, Chamara said that 16 trains would run from Chilaw, Kochchikade, and Negombo railway stations on the Puttalam line to Colombo Fort. Inter-provincial public transport recommenced yesterday for state and private sector employees, and those operating in essential services after about three months of halted operations.

Source: The Nation August 01, 2021 19:03 UTC