The Sri Lanka Army has commenced restoration of the steps that had become unsafe in the Mahagiridamba area along the main access route to Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak) due to the disaster situation in the country, to facilitate safe access for devotees.
The Sri Pada pilgrimage season for this year commenced on 04 December 2025, but the steps along the route have become unsafe due to landslides that occurred in the area due to extreme weather.
Accordingly, the Army promptly deployed troops for restoration work with effect from 11 December 2025.
At present, around 400 troops are engaged in restoration work, providing the necessary assistance to transport construction materials to the site through difficult terrain.
According to an Army statement, the 300 mm side wall has been fully completed, while construction of the 500 mm wall reached approximately 90% completion on 31 December 2025.
The main retaining wall is presently under construction, with around 65% of the work completed, and the handrail is also approximately 70% completed.
The Sri Lanka Army states that the project is expected to be completed by 05 January 2026. (Newswire)
