The government has assured that liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supplies will remain sufficient in the coming months, based on scheduled shipments by both state and private suppliers.
Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said Litro Gas is expecting a 22,000 metric tonne shipment on March 28, followed by another 22,000 metric tonnes in April.
Private supplier Laugfs Gas has also scheduled shipments, including 8,000 metric tonnes on March 30 and 31, and 21,000 metric tonnes between April 25 and 27, he said.
Jayatissa noted that Laugfs typically supplies between 7,000 and 8,000 metric tonnes per month, and that the combined shipments from both suppliers are expected to exceed national demand.
However, he acknowledged that there are ongoing distribution challenges.
Responding to remarks by the President regarding the possible use of Laugfs storage facilities in Hambantota, the minister said discussions are still underway on the matter.