World · Sri Lanka Bureau
Express train derails between Gangoda and Kadigamuwa stations
The Peradeniya-Colombo Fort express train derailed early Wednesday morning after striking debris on the tracks. The incident occurred near Gangoda station, with damage reported to the front section of the train.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
An express service travelling from Peradeniya to Colombo Fort derailed in the early hours of Wednesday, October 5, after striking earth and rocks that had accumulated on the railway line. The incident happened at approximately 4:40 a.m. between Gangoda and Kadigamuwa railway stations, disrupting rail services on the central route.
The front section of the train sustained damage in the derailment, though the exact extent of structural impact remained under assessment. Railway authorities were not immediately available for comment on passenger numbers aboard the service at the time of the incident or any reported injuries.
The derailment follows recent weather disturbances in the central highlands region, which may have contributed to debris falling onto the tracks. Railway authorities are expected to conduct a full investigation into the cause of the incident and assess the condition of the track section before resuming normal service on the route.
The Peradeniya-Colombo line is a key transport corridor serving commuters and passengers travelling between the central highlands and the capital.