Train operations on the coastal line, which were completely disrupted due to a derailment this afternoon, resumed using a single track (down track).
The Railway Department announced this update following the restoration of limited movement.
The "Sagarika" express train, travelling from Colombo Fort to Matara, derailed today (24).
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