Sri Lanka, Nov. 8 -- The Kandy Multimodal Transport Terminal is expected to open to the public before the third quarter of 2027, Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways Dr. Prasanna Gunasena has announced.

Speaking during an inspection visit to the construction site, the Deputy Minister said the project, estimated to cost US$69.3 million, would bring together around nine bus terminals currently operating at different locations across Kandy.

He said the relocation of the existing terminals to the new facility would take place in stages and require additional time.

The project also includes plans to improve access roads and establish satellite bus stations along key routes leading to the main terminal.

Feasibility studies for the prop...