Sri Lanka: Rail service disruptions on Main Line from Kankesanthurai to Colombo Sept. 8 due to technical fault

Event

Rail service disruptions are ongoing on the Main Line from Kankesanthurai to Colombo as of Sept. 8. Reports indicate that a mail train suffered a technical fault at around 04:30 between Veyangoda and Gampaha. Sri Lanka Railways has limited train services on the Main Line to one track due to the incident, causing delays in train operations along the line. Officials did not indicate when regular services would resume.

Available rail services could experience crowding; demand for alternative means of transport may increase. Increased traffic congestion is possible as commuters resort to personal vehicles. Business disruptions may occur in the event of freight transport delays. Residual disruptions may occur after rail authorities resume normal services.

Advice

Reconfirm the status of rail transport if traveling along the Main Line Sept. 8. Consider using alternative transport for time-sensitive travel until rail service operations normalize. Plan accordingly for possible business disruptions.