December 27, Colombo (LNW): The long-awaited public consultations regarding the proposed revision of electricity tariffs will begin today (27), with the first oral session set to take place in Kandy, Central Province, at the District Secretariat.
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) recently presented its proposal to the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) for a revision of the electricity tariffs, suggesting that the current rates would remain unchanged for the next six months.
The proposal implies that no adjustments will be made to the existing tariffs in the near future.
However, in response, the PUCSL has presented an alternative recommendation, suggesting a potential reduction in the tariffs by anywhere between 10 per cent to 20 per cent.
To ensure public input on this matter, the PUCSL initiated a public consultation process starting on December 17, encouraging individuals to submit their views in writing. The oral sessions, which begin today, are scheduled to run until 10th January. These consultations are aimed at gathering a wide range of public opinions on the proposed changes.
Members of the public wishing to participate in the oral sessions can register by calling the PUCSL’s hotline at 0772 943 193.
This provides an opportunity for individuals to voice their concerns or support regarding the tariff revisions, and the feedback will be taken into account during the decision-making process.
Jayanath Herath, the Director of Corporate Communications at the PUCSL, has stated that the final report, which will incorporate both the written submissions and oral feedback, is expected to be delivered by January 17, 2025.
This report will outline the PUCSL’s final recommendations on the electricity tariff adjustment.
