Sri Lanka, July 28 -- The spot fine payment system via GovPay has been implemented in the Western Province and on highways starting today (28 July).

Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation, Bimal Rathnayake, made this announcement during a press briefing held in this regard.

Minister Rathnayake clarified that there has been no change in the amount of fines. Fines for 33 designated motor traffic offences can now be paid through the GovPay system, allowing individuals to make payment digitally instead of having to make payments only at post offices.

He stated that necessary training has been provided to relevant officers to ensure the smooth implementation of the system.

Additionally, 1,000 traffic police officers are...