Colombo bound train derails on Batticaloa line

The Colombo bound ‘Pulathisi Express’ from Batticaloa has derailed after colliding with a wild elephant  in  Hathareskotuwa (between Gal Oya and Habarana)  on Friday (13) morning. Trains operating on the Batticaloa Line will be delayed as a result.

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