Police will strictly enforce regulations governing bus priority lanes in Colombo and surrounding areas from Tuesday (29), as authorities take steps to reduce traffic congestion during peak hours.
Metro Bus Chairman S.M.U.P. Thilakaratne said the programme covers seven bus priority lanes in the Western Province and aims to ease congestion while helping passengers reach their destinations safely and on time.
He said 104 luxury buses operated by Metro are also scheduled to be added to the service from September 29 to provide greater convenience for passengers travelling to Colombo.
ASP Manoj Ranagala of the Police Traffic Control and Road Safety Division said the bus priority lanes operate from 6.00 a.m. to 9.00 a.m. and 4.00 p.m. to 7.00 p.m.
During these hours, other vehicles are prohibited from using or parking in the designated lanes, except when necessary due to emergencies, accidents, severe traffic congestion or when making a required turn.
The police said the lanes can be used by Metro buses as well as other passenger transport buses. Legal action will be taken against motorists who violate the regulations.
