Sri Lanka, Aug. 27 -- Minister of Transport and Highways Bimal Rathnayake said that allocations have been included in the 2026 Budget for the construction of the Ruwanpura Expressway up to Ingiriya.

He said that more funds have been set aside in the upcoming budget compared to this year, reflecting the government's commitment to expanding the national road infrastructure.

The Minister said the construction of the expressway is expected to take two to three years. He further said that the High-Level Road from Avissawella to Godagama will be widened into four lanes, with funding also allocated for this project.

The Minister made these comments during a discussion with relevant state officials focused on the expressway development and re...