September 01, Colombo (LNW): Motorists across Sri Lanka will see a modest relief at the pump following a recent adjustment in fuel prices, which took effect at midnight on the 31st of August.
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CEYPETCO) confirmed the new pricing structure, marking a downward revision in the cost of several commonly used fuel types.
As per the revised tariff, the price of 92 Octane Petrol has been lowered by Rs. 6, now retailing at Rs. 299 per litre. Auto Diesel has also seen a similar reduction, now priced at Rs. 283 per litre. Super Diesel received the most notable cut, with its price slashed by Rs. 12, bringing it down to Rs. 313 per litre.
However, not all fuel types have been affected by the revision. The prices of 95 Octane Petrol and Kerosene remain unchanged, continuing to be sold at Rs. 341 and Rs. 185 per litre, respectively.
The revised rates, now in effect, are as follows:
* Petrol 92 Octane – Rs. 299 (down by Rs. 6)
* Petrol 95 Octane – Rs. 341 (no change)
* Auto Diesel – Rs. 283 (down by Rs. 6)
* Super Diesel – Rs. 313 (down by Rs. 12)
* Kerosene – Rs. 185 (no change)
