Sri Lanka, Feb. 28 -- Health and Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa inaugurated the newly constructed Badagiriya Colony Sub Post Office yesterday (27) afternoon, replacing a long-dilapidated structure.

Originally established on December 29, 1959, the post office had operated out of various rented locations for years after its primary building fell into disrepair.

The Department of Posts completed the construction in less than five months at a cost of Rs.5.49 million, following the foundation stone laying by Minister Jayatissa on September 20 last year.

Minister Jayatissa noted that while completion was initially slated for December, challenges from Cyclone 'Ditwah' caused a delay of approximately one and a half months.

Despite this...