The historic Nuwara Eliya Post Office building is currently undergoing restoration and development to transform it into a national-level tourist attraction while preserving its historical significance and the identity of the postal service.
According to the Postal Department, the project aims to attract both local and foreign tourists while safeguarding the historic building, which had previously been at the centre of controversy.
Postmaster General Ruwan Sathkumara recently conducted an inspection visit to the Nuwara Eliya Post Office premises to review the progress of the ongoing restoration work.
During the visit, discussions were held with officials from the Sri Lanka Navy, Department of Archaeology and Department of Buildings, who are involved in the conservation project.
The discussions focused on the project’s progress, future development plans and maintaining the quality of restoration work.
Deputy Postmaster General (Central) Aslam Hassan, Deputy Postmaster General (Administration/Development – Acting) Chameesha de Silva, and senior officials from the relevant departments and the Sri Lanka Navy participated in the discussions.
The Postal Department reiterated its commitment to preserving the historic Nuwara Eliya Post Office for future generations while enhancing its contribution to Sri Lanka’s tourism industry. (Newswire)
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