Special Information Management System Introduced to Facilitate the Public Attending the 2026 Kandy Esala Perahera

Special Information Management System Introduced to Facilitate the Public Attending the 2026 Kandy Esala Perahera

The annual historic Kandy Esala Perahera will be held from 18.08.2026 to 28.08.2026 in and around the city of Kandy. 

The Sri Lanka Police has implemented a comprehensive special security programme to ensure the safety and convenience of the public and devotees attending the Perahera.

As part of this program, special arrangements have been made for traffic control, roadblocks, security duties, vehicle and personnel checks, visitor assistance, and vehicle parking.

Accordingly, the Sri Lanka Police has introduced a special information management system to enable the public to obtain essential information related to the Kandy Esala Perahera in real time.

Through this system, members of the public and devotees attending the Perahera can obtain live information on the following.

 Locations of designated vehicle parking areas
 Routes of the Perahera procession
 Suitable locations for viewing the Perahera
 Locations of available sanitary facilities
 Locations where separated or stranded persons can be reunited with their family members

How to Access the Information System

 The public can access this service through either of the following methods Visit the official website of the Sri Lanka Police, www.police.lk, and select the “Kandy Esala Perahera” link.

 Visit the dedicated website  https://kandyesalaperahera.com, which has been developed specifically to provide information relating to the Perahera.

By using this service, the public and devotees can obtain quick and convenient access to real-time information, helping them avoid unnecessary traffic congestion, reduce travel delays, and plan their journeys more efficiently.

The system has also been designed to be accessible from mobile phones, tablets, and computers, enabling members of the public to obtain information from any location and thereby enhancing their safety, convenience, and overall experience during the Perahera.

Accordingly, the Sri Lanka Police kindly requests the public and devotees to make use of this service when travelling to Kandy to witness the historic Esala Perahera, thereby ensuring a safer, smoother, and more convenient journey for everyone.