Japan donates refurbished buses
Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka Akio Isomata, on 2 Sept attended the handover ceremony for eight (8) environmentally-friendly large low-floor buses, held in the presence of Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development Bimal Rathnayake. The Japanese embassy said that this project is being implemented under the Government of Japan’s Grant Assistance for Grass-Roots […]
On September 2nd, Japan presented eight environmentally-friendly, refurbished buses to Sri Lanka's Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development. The event took place in the presence of Ambassador Akio Isomata and Minister Bimal Rathnayake. This donation is part of a USD 362,476 (approximately Rs. 112 million) grant provided through Japan's Grants for Grass-Roots Human Security Projects (GGP).
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake's request led to Japan's contribution, aiming to create an accessible public bus system in Colombo. By enabling safe boarding and alighting for transport-disadvantaged individuals, particularly the elderly and those with disabilities, these buses will expand independent mobility opportunities for residents. The buses are refurbished vehicles that meet Euro 4 emission standards, contributing to Sri Lanka's "Clean Sri Lanka" initiative.
Ambassador Isomata expressed confidence that this modest fleet will serve as a model for future low-floor bus deployment and operations in Sri Lanka. He emphasized the integration of durability, accessibility, safety, comfort, and environmental sustainability into the public transportation system. Japan remains committed to supporting Sri Lanka's inclusive, reliable, and sustainable urban mobility, stating that these buses symbolize shared aspirations for a cleaner, more accessible future.
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