Five bridges to be reconstructed in Eastern Province

Reconstructing of five bridges in the Eastern Province is to commence under the initiative of Economic Development Minister, Basil Rakapaksa and Deputy Highways Minister Nirmala Kotalawala. Japanese Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Nobuhito Hobo will also present at the event.

Accordingly, four bridges between Padiyathalawa and Eravur on the A5 in Maha Oya and Eravurpattu DS Divisions, and Panichankerny bridge and causeway on the A15 (Trincomalee-Batticaloa Road) will be reconstructed with a 1.2 billion Japanese Yen (Rs 1.7 billion) grant. 

The project is implemented by the Road Development Authority in cooperation with JICA. “We hope this assistance will contribute to reducing regional disparities, and promote better connectivity for socio-economic growth”, says Akira Shimura, Chief Representative of JICA, Sri Lanka Office.

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