The government has proposed the introduction of a modern and comfortable fleet of technologically advanced buses on a pilot basis. As part of this initiative, 100 air-suspension, low-floor, comfortable buses will be deployed along three main road corridors within Colombo city. The government has proposed allocating Rs. 3,000 million for the procurement of these 100 low-floor buses.
Additionally, the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) will contribute to this effort by adding 200 low-bed passenger buses to its fleet through its own funds. These buses will be operated under newly established companies collectively known as Metro Bus Companies (MBC). The proposed bus companies will operate on a fully digitized platform, ensuring efficient and modern public transportation services.
This modernization effort is expected to significantly improve the public transportation experience for commuters in Colombo city, providing them with a more comfortable, reliable, and technologically advanced mode of transport.