'Dream Destination' project to renovate 100 railway stations with private sector help

President says Govt. prioritises developing advanced public transport as nation moves to new heights

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THE Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Ministry, in collaboration with the 'Clean Sri Lanka' program and with the support of the private sector, has launched a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) project titled 'Dream Destination' to renovate 100 railway stations across the country.

The aim of this project is to create a clean, attractive railway station network that ensures the safety and comfort of all passengers, including those with special needs.

The Road Safety Action Plan 2025-2026 was formally presented to President Anura Kumara Disanayake by Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Minister Bimal Rathnayake during the event.

Speaking at the ceremonial launch of the 'Dream Destination' project to modernise 100 railway stations, President Disanayake stated that the primary objective of the current Government is not to pursue incremental reforms within the existing framework, but rather to transform and elevate the nation to a significantly higher level of development.

He emphasised that the current political leadership has already taken steps to break away from the past political culture and that this transformation must now be developed into a stable and lasting system.

Furthermore, the President stressed the need for all sectors of the country to work collectively and in alignment to elevate the nation to a new level.

President Disanayake also stated that the Government is placing particular emphasis on strengthening the public transport system as part of its broader agenda to elevate the country to a new level.