January 27, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lankan authorities have reported a notable decline in fatal road accidents, following the introduction of a special vehicle inspection operation in December 2024.
According to the latest figures from the Sri Lanka Police, there were 129 road accidents between January 1 and 25, 2025, a decrease compared to the 155 accidents reported during the same period in 2024.
In particular, the Police highlighted a significant reduction in the number of fatal accidents, with 26 fewer fatalities recorded this year than in the previous year.
This decline has been welcomed as a positive outcome of the newly implemented road safety measures.
The special vehicle inspection operation, which was launched to enhance road safety, remains ongoing. Officers are actively inspecting vehicles to ensure compliance with safety regulations, and additional measures have been introduced to curb reckless driving.
In a further step to deter dangerous driving, plainclothes officers have been stationed on public transport routes to monitor and apprehend individuals engaging in reckless or unsafe driving behaviours.
The Police have emphasised their commitment to continuing these efforts, with the aim of further reducing road accidents and fatalities across the country.
