An engine attached to the daily express train operating from Maradana to Hikkaduwa derailed near the Maradana bridge this evening(24), railway sources stated.

The derailment occurred while the engine was moving from the railway yard towards coaches stationed at Maradana Railway Station.

Sri Lanka Railways noted that one rail track between Maradana and Colombo Fort has been blocked, while restoration work is underway. No injuries were reported.