Politics · Sri Lanka Bureau
Cabinet green-lights drainage upgrade project for Piliyandala-Kesbewa bypass
Sri Lanka's cabinet has approved a comprehensive stormwater drainage and environmental improvement initiative along the busy Piliyandala–Kesbewa Bypass Road. The project aims to address flooding and infrastructure challenges affecting the key transport corridor.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
The government cabinet has formally endorsed a proposal to undertake stormwater drainage improvements and environmental upgrades along the Piliyandala–Kesbewa Bypass Road, a critical transport link serving the Colombo metropolitan area.
The approved project focuses on enhancing the drainage infrastructure that runs parallel to the bypass, addressing persistent waterlogging and environmental concerns that have affected the route and surrounding communities.
Official approval of the initiative represents a commitment to improving road safety and reducing congestion-related issues along the corridor. The project is expected to benefit commuters and residents in the Kesbewa and Piliyandala districts while contributing to broader environmental management objectives.
Details regarding project timelines, budget allocation, and implementation responsibilities are expected to be announced as the initiative moves toward execution phase. The bypass, which connects important commercial and residential areas south of Colombo, continues to play a vital role in the island's transportation network.