Traffic Restrictions for Independence Day Rehearsals Announced
In preparation for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations on 4 February 2025, the Colombo Traffic Division has released a special traffic plan to manage vehicle flow around Independence Square during rehearsals.
The traffic restrictions will be in place on the following dates and times:
- 29th January 2025: 06:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs
- 30th January 2025: 06:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs
- 31st January 2025: 06:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs
- 1st February 2025: 06:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs
- 2nd February 2025: 06:00 hrs to 12:00 hrs
During these periods, several roads in Cinnamon Gardens will be closed to facilitate the rehearsals. Affected roads include:
- Wijerama Mawatha to Vidya Mawatha
- Bauddhaloka Mawatha to Maitland Place
- Bauddhaloka Mawatha to Prema Keerthi De Alwis Mawatha
- Stanley Wijesundara Mawatha to Foundation Road
- Independence Roundabout to Independence Square
- Horton Place to Maitland Crescent Junction towards Independence Roundabout
- R.G. Senanayake Mawatha to Maitland Crescent towards Independence Roundabout
- Entrance to Maitland Crescent from the Independence Roundabout
The Colombo Traffic Division has assured that efforts will be made to minimize disruption for vehicles accessing nearby government and private institutions. Designated routes will be provided to ensure smooth passage around the rehearsal zones.
Commuters are advised to plan their travel accordingly and cooperate with the authorities to ensure a seamless flow of traffic and successful rehearsals for the national celebrations.