The Ministry of Transport and Highways has announced that construction of the section of the Central Expressway from Pothuhera to Rambukkana has commenced.

In a video message shared on social media, the ministry said that land preparation in many areas for this purpose is already in its final stages.

The ministry further said that contractors for the asphalt carpeting phase have been selected through a tender process, and contract signing is expected to take place soon.

According to the Ministry of Transport and Highways, the Road Development Authority expects the construction to be completed by January 2027. (Newswire)

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Three persons were reported dead in an accident at the Bolugolla Junction in Pothuhera along the Colombo – Kurunegala main road last night.

The Police said the accident occurred when a three-wheeler and a lorry transporting vegetables had collided head-on.

Four individuals travelling in the three-wheeler had been admitted to the Kurunegala Hospital with serious injuries, during which three had succumbed to injuries.

The driver of the lorry has been arrested in connection with the accident. (NewsWire)

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