Sri Lanka, Feb. 6 -- The resumption of construction on the Gatambe Flyover in Kandy, which had been halted for several years, commenced this afternoon (06) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

The project, which commenced in 2021 with financial assistance from a loan provided by the Hungarian government, carries an estimated cost of Rs. 14.37 billion.

However, amid the recent economic crisis, the Hungarian loan was suspended, leading to a halt in construction activities.

Accordingly, construction has now resumed using local funds amounting to Rs. 12.27 billion, with the project scheduled for completion within 22 months.

The flyover will be constructed along William Gopallawa Mawatha, beginning from the right bank...