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The Sri Lankan Government has announced four major infrastructure development projects in Kandy aimed at reducing traffic congestion and improving urban mobility. The projects will focus on the Getambe Flyover, Mahaiyawa Underpass, William Gopallawa Mawatha, and Louis Peiris Mawatha under the Central Province Development Programme.

The Sri Lankan Government has launched a survey to assess incomplete government housing projects in the Northern and Eastern Provinces, with the objective of accelerating the completion of long-delayed residential developments. The initiative aims to identify the current status of stalled housing schemes and prioritize their completion.

Sri Lanka’s construction sector returned to growth in May 2026, with the Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rising to 59.1 from 45.7 in April. The recovery was driven by a steady increase in new project awards and the resumption of construction activities following the seasonal slowdown during the April festive period.

This practical 3-hour workshop introduces the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI in modern project management. Designed for project professionals, the session explains AI concepts in a simple and practical manner. Participants will learn how AI-powered tools can support project delivery and decision-making. The workshop focuses on real-world applications that help improve productivity, efficiency, and overall project performance. Through live demonstrations, practical examples, interactive discussions, and industry use cases, attendees will gain insights into how AI technologies are transforming project environments. The session also covers the benefits and challenges of AI adoption, including ethical considerations, data privacy, and responsible AI usage. By the end of the workshop, participants will understand how AI and Generative AI can be effectively integrated into project workflows to enhance collaboration, support informed decision-making, and deliver greater value to project teams and organizations.

Sri Lanka has received its first commercial-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) through the Colombo Port, marking a key milestone in strengthening national grid stability and supporting renewable energy integration. The initiative follows a government tender process launched in July 2025 for 160–640 MW of storage capacity across multiple substations.