By: Isuru Parakrama
September 30, Colombo (LNW): The All-Ceylon Hotel and Eatery Owners’ Association (ACHEOA) has announced a significant reduction in the prices of popular egg-based food items, effective from midnight on the 29th.
Harshana Rukshan, President of the association, confirmed that the price cut comes in response to the recent decrease in the cost of eggs, which has created an opportunity for eateries to pass these savings onto customers.
Among the items seeing a reduction in price are rice packets, kottu, and the ever-popular egg rice and curry, all of which have been reduced by Rs. 40.
Additionally, the price of egg rolls has dropped by Rs. 20, and an egg rotti will now be available at a Rs. 30 reduction.
Rukshan emphasised that these cuts aim to ensure that consumers benefit directly from the drop in egg prices, which had previously driven up the cost of these commonly consumed dishes.
He further urged the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) to take action by inspecting establishments that have failed to implement the new pricing structure.
Rukshan called on all restaurants and eateries to comply with the reductions, stating that the association was committed to ensuring affordability for the public amidst changing market conditions.
This move has been met with a positive response from customers, especially as inflation has significantly affected the cost of food in recent months.
The reduction in the prices of staple items like kottu and rice packets is expected to bring much-needed relief to everyday consumers.
However, Rukshan also highlighted the need for continuous monitoring of egg prices and a concerted effort by restaurant owners to adapt swiftly to changes in ingredient costs.
