The Colombo–Kandy main road at Ganethanna will remain closed until tomorrow afternoon following a landslide in the lower Kadugannawa area this morning (22), Kegalle District Secretary Jagath M. Herath said.
He told the media that the road cannot be reopened yet because a large rock remains lodged between concrete blocks at the site, posing a risk of further collapse.
Vehicles are being redirected through alternative routes to ensure smooth traffic flow.
“We have closed the road from both sides. We are trying to reopen it by Sunday afternoon, but a large rock is still unstable and could fall again. Therefore, it is not safe to open the road at this time. Police officers are guiding vehicles via alternative routes.” Herath added.
He also noted that on Monday, students traveling for the Advanced Level exams will need access. “We hope to reopen a section of the road and arrange buses from the Mawanella depot to ensure travel for students and teachers,” he said.
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