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.
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 scheduled to be issued mobile phones today to support the initiative, he added.
The Minister also acknowledged the strong commitment of the Ministry of Digital Affairs, which played a key role in the swift launch of the system.
