Sri Lanka, Nov. 11 -- Existing electricity tariffs will remain unchanged for the final quarter of 2026, despite a 2.88% increase in the cost of electricity supply, the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka announced.

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka stated that the cost increase was reflected in updated data submitted by the National System Operator on 9 November 2026.

After considering the latest cost information and views expressed during the public consultation, the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka concluded that a tariff revision was not required for the fourth quarter.

Accordingly, the electricity tariff structure applied during the third quarter will remain unchanged for the final three months of the year....