Sri Lankan commuters to get more real-time info on Google Maps: Bimal

Colombo, Dec. 10 (Daily Mirror) - Commuters will now be able monitor information on their travel more accurately, with Google updating details on 12,000km of the country's main roads on its Google Maps service.

Starting today, the app will offer information relating to six specific conditions in a pilot project until the end of the month, Minister of Transport Bimal Ratnayake said on X, formerly known as Twitter.

While the Minister did not specify the six conditions, it will including lane closures and closure due to construction

"For all travelers in Sri Lanka! Starting today, Google Maps is updating the info on Main Roads(12000kms) with 6 specific condition alerts (e.g.lane closures, construction, etc.). This will be a big help to plan your trips better, save time & avoid unexpected traffic! Check your Maps app & travel safe!(Pilot project until 31st December)," the Minister posted on X.