Special Traffic Plan in Place for Bohra Community Convention in Colombo

COLOMBO (News 1st) – A special traffic plan will be in effect today due to the international convention and exhibition of the Bohra religious community.

The plan covers the area around the Sri Lanka Exhibition & Convention Centre (SLECC) on D.R. Wijewardena Mawatha, Colombo Fort, and the Bambalapitiya Bohra Mosque.

Accordingly, entry of Heavy vehicles and tipper trucks carrying sand and gravel will be restricted from Gamini Roundabout, Darley Road, and Maradana to D.R. Wijewardena Mawatha from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. until the 5th of July.

Additionally, from 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Movement of heavy vehicles will be limited along Marine Drive between Wellawatte and Kollupitiya, in both directions.

Police further announced that vehicle access to Glen Arbor area within the Bambalapitiya Police Division will be restricted, and entry to Adimale area will be permitted only for residents during the event hours.