CGR warns of unprotected railway crossings [February 16 2011]

With the commencement of the high speed train service between Galle and Matara, the Railway Department has warned the public to be vigilant and cautious around unprotected level crossings.

The trains which ran at a speed of 43 kmph will run at a speed of 100 kmph from today.

There are over 90 unprotected crossings between Galle and Matara.