According to the department, ten train services scheduled between Kandy and Colombo Fort, as well as between Kandy and Polgahawela, have been cancelled this morning. The decision was made due to several earth slips reported at multiple locations along the route, affecting the safe operation of trains.
Meanwhile, the department stated that the train service between Colombo Fort and Badulla will operate only between Peradeniya and Badulla this morning.
Train operations on the up-country line are expected to return to normal from around 12.00 noon today, pending completion of clearance and safety inspections, the department further added.
