Nearly 30 train journeys have been disrupted due to a shortage of locomotive engine drivers reported this morning, Sri Lanka Railways said. 

The Railway Department said despite 68 locomotive engine drivers being required to be on duty, per the current schedule, only 48 had reported to work today. 

The department further said that 27 locomotive engine drivers had refrained from reporting to duty, according to trade union sources. 

It is reported that locomotive engine drivers had not reported to duty due to preparing for a promotional examination scheduled for Sunday. 

As such, the Railway Department warns that train services could face delays or cancellations until Sunday, under the current circumstances. (Newswire)

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