Restoration work on the historic Kabellawatta old stone bridge along the Rambukkana–Mawanella main road has reached its final stage, according to the Ministry of Transport, Highways, and Urban Development.
The Rambukkana–Mawanella road is slated for future development into a dual carriageway in parallel with the Central Expressway project, making the restoration of the bridge a critical requirement.
Construction work was undertaken during periods when train services were suspended, allowing uninterrupted progress.
Authorities said the original stone bridge has been removed, with plans to construct a replica at an adjacent location to preserve its heritage value.
The project is being carried out with the joint intervention of the Road Development Authority, Sri Lanka Railways Department, and the Department of Archaeology.
Once completed, the bridge will facilitate both rail and road transport: trains will run over the restored structure, while vehicles will pass underneath.
The MInistry of Transport, Highways, and Urban Development said that completion is expected by November 2026. (Newswire)