A special discussion was held at the Parliament premises to address the urgent issue of elephant-train collisions following a tragic accident near the 141st mile post.
The meeting, chaired by Ministers Bimal Ratnayake and Dhammika Patabendi, included officials from key ministries, the Department of Railways, the Department of Wildlife Conservation, and environmental organizations.
Officials stressed the importance of enhancing railway track visibility in high-risk areas and incorporating digital solutions to prevent future accidents.
A major proposal was the installation of advanced white lighting systems on trains to improve visibility and reduce collisions.
Stakeholders will conduct an on-site inspection at the accident site to finalize safety measures and implement further preventive actions.
