Sri Lanka Railways launch special assistance program for disabled passengers
Posted by Editor on June 8, 2025 - 9:23 am
The Sri Lanka Railway Department states that a special program is being implemented to provide facilities for persons with disabilities when traveling by train.
General Manager of Railways, Dhammika Jayasundara, mentioned that these individuals will have the opportunity to receive assistance from railway staff when boarding and alighting from trains.
Accordingly, prior notice must be given by calling the telephone number 1971.
The General Manager further stated that this procedure will take effect from June 15, 2025.
Latest Headlines in Sri Lanka
- Sri Lanka sees $96 Million rise in foreign investment in early 2025 June 20, 2025
- NPP MP Harshana Suriyapperuma resigns from Parliament June 20, 2025
- Chamithri Rambukwella released after meeting bail conditions June 20, 2025
- COPA uncovers Rs. 2.9 Billion road scam in North Central Province June 20, 2025
- Murder convicts freed in Sri Lanka under misused Presidential pardon June 20, 2025
