The Government of Sri Lanka has announced that construction of the country’s first multimodal transport hub in Kandy is progressing steadily and is expected to be completed by 2027. The project, costing approximately Rs. 15 billion, marks a major advancement in the national transport infrastructure.
Key features of the transport hub include:
- Integration of bus and rail services.
- Direct access to the Kandy National Hospital.
- Facilities such as bus parking, a modern shopping complex, retail outlets, restaurants, banks, and more.
Deputy Minister of Transport, Highways and Civil Aviation Dr. Prasanna Gunasena, during a site inspection, highlighted the scale and uniqueness of the project, stating that no other city in Sri Lanka currently has a transport terminal of this scope and modern design.
The development is funded through a World Bank long-term loan along with Sri Lankan Government contributions, and is a joint effort involving the Railways Department, Highways Ministry, and other relevant institutions.
