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First Phase of Central Bus Stand Renovation to Be Completed Before New ...
CMB Central Bus Stand first-phase repairs to be completed before New Year season The first phase of refurbishment work at the Colombo Central Bus Terminal is nearing completion, with authorities aiming to hand over the upgraded facilities to the public ahead of the upcoming Sinhala and Tamil New Year. The project is being implemented under the Clean Sri Lanka program, with the objective of creating a cleaner, more modern and passenger-friendly public transport environment. Under the first phase, several improvements have been carried out, including the renovation of existing buildings, the establishment of a new information centre, and the upgrading of sanitary facilities. In addition, a designated external bus queue area has been developed, while landscaping and surrounding environment enhancements have also been completed. These upgrades are intended to improve convenience and overall travel experience for commuters, particularly during the upcoming festive season when passenger traffic is expected to increase. (NewsWire)
Special New Year transport services to begin with 1,500 SLTB buses
Posted by ONLANKA Newsroom on April 7, 2026 - 9:44 am Sri Lanka will launch special New Year transport services from April 9, 2026 with 1,500 Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) buses, resumed Northern Line trains, and extra luxury buses on the Colombo-Kandy route. Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways Dr. Prasanna Gunasena said special transport services will begin on April 9, 2026, to help people travel to their villages for the New Year. He said special buses from both the SLTB and the private sector will be deployed for this purpose. Of these, 1,500 SLTB buses alone will be placed in service. Dr. Gunasena also said train operations on the Northern Railway Line are scheduled to resume on April 9, 2026. In addition, the renovated Colombo Fort Central Bus Stand is due to open tomorrow (April 8). Meanwhile, to support passengers traveling on the Colombo-Kandy route, authorities have arranged extra air-conditioned luxury buses to Kandy via the Kurunegala Expressway. Latest Headlines in Sri Lanka Former SLRC Chairman, Director General arrested April 7, 2026 Nuwara Eliya Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman arrested in CIABOC corruption probe April 7, 2026 CIABOC orders Mahinda Rajapaksa to file asset affidavit by April 10, 2026 April 7, 2026 Sri Lankan President announces economic relief package amid rising living costs April 7, 2026 Special New Year transport services to begin with 1,500 SLTB buses April 7, 2026 Home » Special New Year transport services to begin with 1,500 SLTB buses
Special Festive Season Transport Services to Begin with 1,500 Buses
Train operations on the Northern Railway Line are also scheduled to resume the day after tomorrow. Additionally, the renovated Colombo Fort Central Bus Stand is set to open tomorrow.
SLTB calls Bids for Islandwide Bus Fare Automation System
The Sri Lanka Transport Board has called for proposals to implement an Open Loop Automated Fare Collection system across its islandwide bus network. The project will introduce digital fare payments, POS machines, and seat reservation and refund systems across 107 depots. The initiative aims to modernise services and improve efficiency in Sri Lanka's state-run bus transport system
