SriLanka, March 22 -- The country's leading app-based platforms, Uber and PickMe, have urged the government for support to keep Sri Lanka moving in light of the latest fuel constraints. Highlighting the critical role played by ride-hailing and delivery platforms in helping people access transport, food and essential services, the platforms have jointly asked for higher fuel quotas for their most engaged driver and delivery partners.

The two biggest platforms facilitate millions of trips a week across Sri Lanka for both mobility and delivery. As demand rises for these services with fuel restrictions in place, drivers and couriers will not be able to meet the requirements with the current fuel allowance.

Through monitoring trip volumes an...