🚂 Infrastructure Project Delays Flagged by Parliament Committee

• Kelani Valley Railway Project: Committee found almost no physical progress despite Rs. 250 Mn released in 2024. • Funding Risk: The Rs. 840 Mn allocated for 2025 is at risk of non-utilisation without a clear implementation plan, bringing the total target allocation to Rs. 1 Billion. • Inefficiency Cited: The Department of Railways was unable to demonstrate satisfactory advancement, reflecting inefficiency. • Wider Delays: Dissatisfaction was expressed over repeated delays across multiple infrastructure sectors, including: • Thambuttegama Railway Station Development. • Ports, Shipping & Civil Aviation. • Energy sector priorities. • President's Concern: The President has repeatedly questioned officials over delayed development projects despite necessary funds being allocated. • Committee Directive: Institutions were instructed to return with specific action plans and deadlines instead of broad technical explanations. • Positive Note: The National Water Supply and Drainage Board was commended for its performance in earlier sessions.