Sri Lanka, April 27 -- The Ministry of Digital Economy and Public Administration has introduced a set of guidelines for heads of institutions on the optimal use of digital technologies in delivering public services remotely.

In light of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East region, which has impacted fuel supply to Sri Lanka, and the broader need for effective energy management, the government initially took steps to limit in-office operations. This measure aims to reduce pressure on national fuel reserves.

Under the direction of the Cabinet Committee on maintaining public services systematically chaired by Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, the Ministry of Digital Economy was instructed to explore the feasibility of transitioning to ...