All Ceylon Private Bus Owners Association speaking to media today (01) said at least 300 litres of diesel should be provided per bus every week should short-distance buses run properly.
Union Chief Secretary Anjana Priyanjith revealed that private buses are currently running at a rate of 30 per cent and the government must allow the issuance of 60 litres of diesel required for a short-distance bus should the rate be maintained at 80 – 90 per cent.
If enough fuel stocks are provided via the QR Code system or any means necessary, all buses can operate from tomorrow, Priyanjith emphasised.
Meanwhile, the inter-provincial buses run at a very low rate and these buses are in requirement of about 150 litres of diesel but are supplied with less than 50 – 60 litres, he noted.
The Union Secretary further pointed out that the Subject Minister should commence negotiations with the bus owners’ associations, should the obstacles in public transport be removed and all buses run.
MIAP
