Cabinet Approves Consultancy for Kelani Valley Railway Extension to Ratnapura š
The Cabinet of Ministers has officially greenlit the consultancy contract for the extension of the Kelani Valley (KV) Railway Line from Avissawella to Ratnapura, marking a significant step in national transport infrastructure development. ā¢ Contract Details: The procurement for the feasibility study and detailed planning has been awarded to Resources Development Consultants (Pvt) Ltd at a cost of Rs. 356.22 Mn (excluding taxes). ā¢ Procurement Process: Following the initial cabinet approval in October 2025, 8 bidders submitted Expressions of Interest under the National Competitive Procurement Procedure. Four institutions were shortlisted for final financial evaluation. ā¢ Economic Impact: This extension aims to enhance connectivity within the transport and logistics sector, potentially easing the movement of goods and labor between the Sabaragamuwa Province and the Western Province. ā¢ Strategic Scope: The project involves comprehensive feasibility studies and the preparation of detailed engineering plans to transition the KV line beyond its current Avissawella terminus. _Note: Based on official Cabinet briefing data._