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Passengers urged to report overcharging bus operators to 1955 hotline
Passengers urged to report overcharging bus operators to 1955 hotline The National Transport Commission urges passengers to report bus operators charging fares above approved rates via the 1955 hotline. Complainants can lodge concerns about overcharging using the hotline. The alert was published by AdaDerana on April 12, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=121137 Post navigation
Passengers urged to report overcharging bus operators to '1955' hotline
The National Transport Commission has urged passengers to lodge complaints via the ‘1955’ hotline against bus operators who charge fares exceeding the approved rates. Speaking at a media briefing, NTC Director of Operations and Service Supervision Shereen Athukorala stated that special attention is being paid during the festive season to such violations. She noted that some buses operating without valid permits may attempt to transport passengers during this period, often exploiting commuters. Authorities also revealed that seven buses attempting to commence operations from Colombo without proper permits were apprehended yesterday (11). These buses were immediately produced before court, and necessary legal action was taken, she added.
Special transport plan launched for Sinhala and Tamil New Year period
The National Transport Commission has started a special transport plan to help people traveling to their hometowns for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. This program will run from tomorrow until April 20. It is a joint effort with the Department of Railways and the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB). The plan includes about 800 extra bus trips each day, provided by inter-provincial private bus ...
Bus Ticket Scams Under Probe As Ministry Warns Of Legal Action
COLOMBO (News 1st);The Ministry of Transport, Highways, and Urban Development has announced that legal action will be taken against those engaging in bus ticket scams during the festive season.
