Sri Lanka, March 16 -- The Government has decided to declare Wednesdays of every week as a holiday for government sector employees with effect from March 18, 2026, after taking into consideration the current fuel situation in Sri Lanka.

The announcement was made by the Commissioner General of Essential Services, Prabath Chandrakeerthi, who stated that the decision had been taken in view of the prevailing fuel constraints in the country owing the conflict in the Middle East.

However, he clarified that the holiday will not apply to essential services sectors including Healthcare, Ports, Water Supply and Customs.

In addition to government employees, Wednesdays will also be declared a holiday for all government schools, universities, and c...