Railway services from Colombo Fort were disrupted on Thursday, August 24, due to a strike by railway electrical technicians. The and is in protest of the government’s failure to address the technicians’ demands for salary increases and better working conditions.
The strike has caused cancellations and delays in train services across the country. In Colombo Fort, several trains were cancelled, and others were running with delays. Passengers are advised to look for updates on train schedules.