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Improvements to the Galle – Matara railway line commenced this morning with Minsiter of Transport Kumara Welgama laying the first rail at Pelena in Weligama under stage 1 of the proposed project to reconstruct the coastal railway line. Pic by Krishan Jeewaka Jayaruk

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chris Thursday, 19 August 2010 10:35 AM

good work

Asela Fonseka Thursday, 19 August 2010 10:39 AM

one of the best and most effective ministers we have whatever party he belongs to.

Ruwan Thursday, 19 August 2010 10:45 AM

Most effective and efficient Transport Minister we have for the last five decades. We salute you, Minister. We know that how much you pay your attention to bring the trains schedules on time.

Maruwa Thursday, 19 August 2010 10:51 AM

Better than nothing.

matara kolla Thursday, 19 August 2010 12:18 PM

Slolwly but surely the war ravaged Island is moving forward. Our Rail system needs improvement and extending to areas where there is heavy pilgrim and tourist traffic like Kataragama, Arugam Bay etc.

Managala Friday, 20 August 2010 09:32 AM

Good Work !

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