COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka's Ministry of Power and Energy has observed that 2100+ Businesses have Setup their own Fuel Storage Tanks as consumer points, & many without approval.
Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said that the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation will not distribute fuel to businesses that have no approvals & doesn’t comply with guidelines.
He said the priority will be given to distribute to 1250+ Fuel Stations across Sri Lanka.
He went on to note that upon evaluating consumer points, CPC will continue distribution to Essential Consumer Points.
"Export businesses will be required to pay in USD. Businesses can also make arrangements to fulfill their requirements from Bunker Suppliers. Petrol will not be delivered to Businesses," tweeted the Minister.