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Measures to formulate national road safety plan

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A discussion on preparing a national-level road safety plan under the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme was held today (April 30) at the Presidential Secretariat.

The incidence of road accidents in Sri Lanka is on the rise, leading to a growing number of fatalities and injuries.

Recognizing the urgent need to raise public awareness on accident prevention and promote discipline in road use, this national plan is being formulated as a key initiative under the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme.

The programme aims to uplift society by fostering social, environmental and moral consciousness. A central focus is placed on building a disciplined society and responsible citizens.

The discussion was attended by the senior officials representing the Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka, the National Council on Road Safety, the Independent Television Network (ITN), representatives from the Ministry of Health and Mass Media (Social and Ethics Divisions), Dr. Indika Jagoda, Director of the National Hospital (Accident and Emergency Department), Prof. Sivakumar and Prof. H.R. Pasidu from the University of Moratuwa, the Deputy Inspector General of Police (Traffic) and other relevant officials.

(President’s Media Division (PMD)
30. 04.2025

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Report on Gerandi Ella bus accident, handed over

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The report of the special committee to investigate the recent tragic bus accident in Gerandi Ella, was handed over to the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs yesterday (June 11).

According to the Police Media Division, the report was handed over by Senior DIG Ajith Rohana.

The accident on May 11 claimed the lives of 23 persons while injuring 60 others.

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Accepting railway parcels for Kandy – Matale line, suspended

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Acceptance of parcels for transport by trains on the Kandy and Matale line has been temporarily suspended.

Sri Lanka Railways had also temporarily halted train services between Kandy and Peradeniya on the Up-country Railway Line yesterday morning (June 11) after a ground subsidence was discovered below a section of the railway track between Kandy and Peradeniya.

In this backdrop, Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) buses have been deployed to transport passengers between Peradeniya and Kandy stations.

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24/7 security to Chabad houses

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Steps have been taken to provide 24/7 security to Chabad houses across Sri Lanka.

According to a statement by the Police Media Division, Chabad houses have been established in various locations for Israeli nationals residing in Sri Lanka to engage in religious activities, leisure, and also to obtain food and beverages. Due to existing threats to Chabad houses in the country, security will be provided 24/7 by the respective Police stations, it notes.

Furthermore, it states that if there is any threat concerning the safety of any foreign nationals residing in the country, the Police will assess the situation and take necessary measures to provide appropriate security.

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