Colombo, April 12 – The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has reported a remarkable income of nearly Rs. 600 million over the past four days, as Avurudu season travel surged across the island.
According to SLTB Deputy General Manager R.T. Chandrasiri, the daily revenue peaked at approximately Rs. 200 million, driven by the large number of commuters traveling to their hometowns to celebrate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year.
In anticipation of the seasonal rush, the SLTB deployed around 350 additional buses throughout the country. The move aimed to ease travel congestion and provide greater convenience to passengers during the peak holiday period.
The significant income boost underscores the critical role of the SLTB in facilitating mass transportation during festive times, while highlighting the enduring reliance on public transport infrastructure for long-distance travel in Sri Lanka.
