Sri Lanka, March 22 -- Minister Nalinda Jayatissa has stated that the final decision regarding a possible electricity tariff increase will be announced on April 01, 2026.

Speaking at a media briefing held today (22) on the recent fuel price hike, the Minister emphasized that the government does not intend to increase electricity tariffs, taking into account current global market conditions.

However, he noted that the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) had proposed a 13% increase in electricity tariffs based on conditions observed in December and January. He added that the final decision will be announced on April 01 by the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL).

Meanwhile, Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), D.J. ...