Sri Lanka: Rail disruptions reported along the Main line following a train derailment April 18

Event

Disruptions are affecting the Main line after a passenger train derailed near Badulla railway station in Uva Province the morning of April 18. There are no immediate reports of casualties. The incident is reportedly causing train delays between Badulla and Colombo.

Rail disruptions will likely continue until clearance and repair operations conclude. Localized traffic disruptions are possible; authorities could close roads around the accident site to facilitate recovery operations in the coming hours.

Advice

Reconfirm all scheduled rail transport along the impacted line at least through April 18. Plan for road transport delays in the affected area. Heed all official advisories.

Resources

Sri Lanka Railways