Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka approves 22.5% electricity tariff reduction from tomorrow
Posted on July 15th, 2024
Courtesy Hiru News
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has approved a significant reduction in electricity tariffs, amounting to 22.5%, which will take effect from midnight today (16), according to PUCSL Chairman Prof. Manjula Fernando.
Key Tariff Reductions for
Domestic Consumers:0-30 units: Reduced from Rs. 8 to Rs. 6 (25% reduction)
31-60 units: Reduced from Rs. 20 to Rs. 9
61-90 units: Reduced from Rs. 30 to Rs. 18 (55% reduction)
91-120 units: Reduced from Rs. 50 to Rs. 30
121-180 units: Reduced from Rs. 50 to Rs. 42
More than 180 units: Reduced from Rs. 75 to Rs. 65
Religious Places: Tariffs reduced by over 30%
Hotels and Minor Industries:
Daytime tariffs reduced by 33% for both low voltage and 33kV systems
Prof. Fernando highlighted that the revisions address stakeholder concerns, particularly the need for reductions for minor industries and hotels.
These changes aim to alleviate financial burdens and support various sectors by making electricity more affordable across the board.
