Sri Lanka, March 21 -- The President of the Lanka Private Bus Owners' Association (LPBOA), Gemunu Wijeratne, has stated that the fuel quota for buses has yet to be properly regulated.

He warned that bus operations could face severe disruptions due to the failure of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and relevant transport authorities to take necessary action.

While Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) depots in certain areas provide fuel to private buses, Wijeratne noted that depots in other regions have reported being out of stock, leaving bus owners facing significant difficulties.

He further cautioned that bus services could be reduced by as much as 50% by next Monday, urging authorities to provide an immediate solution.

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