President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has emphasized the need to develop a quality and accessible public transport system that benefits every citizen. He stated that such an improvement would help reduce the personal financial burden individuals currently face for transportation. The President highlighted the importance of dedicating the same level of attention to public transport development as is given to the free healthcare system. These remarks were made during a review of projects related to the Ministry of Transport, Highways, and Urban Development, concerning budget provisions for 2026 and proposals for 2027.
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President Directs Overhaul of Public Transport System
TLDR
President calls for quality public transport overhaul.
Aims to reduce public transport costs.
Compares focus to free healthcare development.