The government is considering discontinuing the current odd-even fuel distribution system and increasing fuel quotas as part of ongoing adjustments to the national fuel management programme, officials said.

The announcement came during the sixth meeting of the committee on maintaining continuity in public service, held at the Prime Minister’s Office under the leadership of Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya.

Officials confirmed that Sri Lanka has sufficient fuel stocks until August 2026 and that requests have already been made to secure supplies for the remainder of the year, underscoring the government’s commitment to long‑term energy security.

Addressing the meeting, PM Harini Amarasuriya stressed that the government’s management of the energy crisis has prevented hardships seen in other countries.

“We managed the crisis so that it did not become a burden on the people. In other countries, there are fuel queues and power cuts, but we handled it properly. The crisis is not over yet, so we must continue to act with vigilance,” she said.

The meeting further focused on sustainable energy management and future measures, including appointing Energy Managers in all state institutions, shifting towards renewable energy sources, and introducing the Green Building Concept under the national Clean Sri Lanka programme.

“Sustainable energy management and educating the public are essential. We must ensure electricity is provided properly during Vesak week,” PM Amarasuriya added.

The session was attended by senior officials, including the Prime Minister’s Secretary Pradeep Saputhanthri, the Presidential Chief of Staff B.K. Prabath Chandrakirthi, and secretaries from the ministries of public administration, health, transport, and energy. (Newswire)

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