Policy Planning and Economic Affairs Deputy Minister Dr. Harsha de Silva said average vehicle speed at morning and evening peak hours, in Rajagiriya, had increased following the opening of the flyover. 

"Notwithstanding criticism speed at morning and evening peak at Rajagiriya is increasing! Here is from today’s report, " de Silva said, quoting from daily traffic reports. 

"Rajagoriya Flyover average speed for morning peak for 5km stretch from Battaramulla to Baseline Road. Before Flyover: 2.5 to 3km/hr : After -Wednesday 10th: 6.5km/hr, Thursday 11th: 7.4km/hr, Friday 12th: 8.8km/hr, Monday 15th: 12.1km/hr (mercantile holiday)," he added. 

There was criticism on social media that the Rajagiriya flyover had not eased traffic in and around the area.