Sri Lanka Raises Power Tariffs as Energy Costs Begin to Bite

Sri Lanka raises power tariffs as energy costs begin to bite

Sri Lanka raised power tariffs for most households by 7.2% and industries by 8.7% on Monday as the island ​nation grapples with higher energy costs stemming from the Iran ‌war.

Sri Lanka’s regulatory body greenlights increase in electricity rates

FINANCIAL CHRONICLE – The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced that electricity rates will rise by as much as 25 percent, taking […] The post Sri Lanka’s regulatory body greenlights increase in electricity rates appeared first on FINANCIAL CHRONICLE.

Sri Lanka regulator approves electricity tariff hike

ECONOMYNEXT – After taking into account all factors, electricity prices will be increased by up to 25 percent, the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) said. Consumers using less than 30 units will see a 4.3 percent hike in electricity prices, PUCSL Chairman K P L Chandralal told reporters, while those using more than 180 units will see a 25 percent increase. Those who use between 31-60 units and 61-91 units will see 6.9 percent incr…

Electricity Tariffs Revised with Higher Charges for Heavy Users - LNW Lanka News Web

March 30, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s power regulator has announced a fresh adjustment to electricity tariffs for the second quarter of 2026, with households set to see varying increases depending on their level of consumption.Under the revised structure, those using minimal amounts of electricity will experience only a modest rise in their monthly bills. However, as consumption increases, the adjustments become more pronounced, reflecting a tier…

Sri Lanka power tariffs to increase from April 1, 2026

AI-generated image Sri Lanka’s electricity tariffs will increase from April 1, 2026, after the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) approved a revision for the second quarter of 2026. The decision was announced on March 30, 2026. The biggest increase will apply to consumers using more than 180 units, with tariffs rising by 25.3%. The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) had requested a 13.56% electricity tariff revision from the PUCSL in F…