The Sri Lankan Government is investing $2.17 billion to develop infrastructure in 2026. Transport infrastructure is being prioritised for development. The funding will be directed to developing transport corridors that have been planned over time and also reviving a number of road projects that have been stalled previously.
Sr Lanka’s Transport, Roads and Highways Ministry will use $1.11 billion for developing road projects across the country. A budget of $215 million will be used to carry out work on a section of the Central Expressway between Kadawatha and Mirigama. A feasibility study will be carried out for the planned elevated highway stretch to connect with Marine Drive in capital Colombo. Work will also be carried out to improve and widen urban roads.
