The Sri Lanka Transport Board has advised all units to facilitate the movement of commuters by deploying as many buses during the upcoming Sinhala and Tamil New Year period.
SLTB Chairman Kingsley Ranawaka speaking to NewsRadio said additional buses will be deployed from the 1st of April.
He said special attention will be paid to adhering to COVID-19 regulations when operating buses.
Ranawaka said a programme is in place for the public to visit hometowns during the holiday period, adding that timetables have been prepared as well.
He said a special unit will also be set up from next week with depot operators informed to allocate bus drivers and conductors to ensure the smooth function of buses.
