Several Train Journeys From Badulle To Colombo Have Been Suspended Due To A Falling Of Sand And Rocks In Upcountry Railway Line

Due to a falling down of a sand mount and several rocks on to the Rail track near a Tunnel  between Ohiya and Idalgashinna Train stations attached to the Upcountry Railway Line several trains running from Badulle to Colombo have been temporarily suspended according to the Railway Control room.

As a result of the heavy showers prevailing in the area a sand mount and several rocks had fallen on to the rail track of Upcountry Railway Line according to the sources.

The workers of the maintenance section of the Railways Department along with Army Officers and officials of the Disaster Management Center are being involved in removing the sand and rocks on the Rail Track it has been revealed.