State Minister of Transport Dilum Amunugama says the government has decided to resume inter provincial bus and train services from the 1st of August.
Speaking to media in Matara, State Minister Amunugama said the Ministry will deploy a limited number of inter provincial buses and trains, despite a decision by health authorities to restrict movement.
He also revealed that the National Operation Centre for Prevention of COVID-19 Outbreak has granted approval to the move.
Minister Amunugama explained that all bus owners with route permits will be able to operate if restrictions are lifted, however added that a limited number of busses will be permitted to transport commuters if restrictions are not lifted.
