Infrastructure · Sri Lanka
Rail Services Resume in Sri Lanka After Cyclone Disruption
Owlester AI · from 1 source ·
Sri Lanka has restarted its upcountry train services after a long break due to Cyclone Ditwah, with the 'Podi Menike' train making a trial run from Colombo Fort to Peradeniya.
Key facts
- Upcountry railway services resumed on October 2, 2026.
- The 'Podi Menike' train departed from Colombo Fort at 5:55 a.m.
- Passengers were not allowed on the initial trial run.
- The service is set to extend to Gampola as restoration continues.
- Cyclone Ditwah had suspended services for about ten months.