The barge belongs to Road Development Authority, which transfers people and goods from Kurikattuwan pier of Punkudutivu island to Nainativu, was in dilapidated condition as a section of it had partially submerged in sea following adverse weather. Extending all possible support to this matter at hand, Sri Lanka Navy rendered assistance to refloat the defunct barge yesterday (27th May 2021). The barge is used by Road Development Authority to transport a large number of passengers, vehicles and other goods from the Kurikattuwan jetty to Nainativu island all at once. A section of the barge had sunk in the sea near Kurikattuwan jetty due to strong winds and rough seas prevailed on 16th May. As the barge was in non-operational condition, it was a major setback to the day to day activities of the people of Nainativu island.
