Colombo (News1st): The Ministry of Industry and Commerce says it will not permit gas companies to increase prices. The Ministry notes it cannot allow gas prices to increase through global crude oil prices have increased.

The decision was taken by Minister Rishad Bathiudeen following a meeting with Litro Gas and the Consumer Affairs Authority.

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