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Govt. considers ending odd-even fuel distribution system
The Government is considering discontinuing the current odd-even fuel distribution system and increasing fuel quotas as part of adjustments to the national fuel management program, officials said following a high-level review meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office. The matter was discussed during the sixth meeting of the committee on maintaining continuity in public service chaired by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. Officials told the meeting that Sri Lanka currently has sufficient fuel stocks until August 2026, while requests have already been made to secure supplies for the remainder of the year as part of efforts to ensure long-term energy security. Addressing the meeting, Dr. Amarasuriya said the Government’s management of the energy crisis had prevented the hardships experienced in several 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 discussion also focused on longer-term energy management measures, including the appointment of Energy Managers in all State institutions, greater adoption of renewable energy and the introduction of the Green Building Concept under the national Clean Sri Lanka program. Dr. Amarasuriya said sustainable energy management and public awareness would remain key priorities, while stressing the need to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply during the Vesak period. The meeting was attended by Prime Minister’s Secretary Pradeep Saputhanthri, Presidential Chief of Staff B.K. Prabath Chandrakirthi and senior officials from the Ministries of Public Administration, Health, Transport and Energy.
Raj govt plans fuel-saving measures after PM Modi's appeal, GRAM -2026 ...
CM Bhajan Lal Sharma’s moves with reduced convoy size FridayJaipur: Following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal to conserve fuel amid rising global tensions and uncertainty in West Asia, the Rajasthan govt is preparing a series of measures to cut fuel consumption and encourage more responsible use of vehicles across the state.The proposed measures are expected to focus on greater use of electric vehicles (EVs), public transport, and carpooling by ministers, MLAs, and govt officials. The state govt is considering introducing a “No Vehicle Day” at least once a week to reduce unnecessary fuel usage.Also on Friday Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma Friday postponed the Global Rajasthan Agritech Meet (GRAM-2026), which was scheduled to be held from May 23 to 25 at Jaipur Exhibition and Convention Centre. The event was expected to witness participation of farmers, agritech experts and entrepreneurs from across the country and abroad. Sharma said the decision was taken to reduce fuel consumption in travel and logistics. He said the state govt is also promoting virtual meetings and restrained vehicle use, stressing that “small savings together can make a big difference.”Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has already instructed officials to minimise avoidable travel and unnecessary deployment of vehicles. In a symbolic move, Sharma has decided to reduce the size of his convoy. “I have decided to reduce the number of vehicles in my convoy. All officials and public representatives in the state should also ensure economy in vehicle usage and avoid unnecessary deployment of vehicles,” the chief minister said.According to sources, departments have been asked to prepare plans for implementing fuel-saving measures in the coming days. Officials said the govt wants to promote practical steps that can gradually reduce fuel consumption without affecting administrative work. “The idea is to encourage responsible habits. If meetings can happen virtually, unnecessary travel can be avoided. If public transport or EVs can be used, that should be encouraged,” a senior official said.Under the proposed “No Vehicle Day” plan, govt employees and officials may be encouraged to avoid using official or personal vehicles once a week and instead opt for public transport, cycling, walking or carpooling wherever possible.Officials said the govt plans to issue guidelines to reduce the number of vehicles in official convoys and limit non-essential travel by departments.The move comes ...
Government Considers Replacing Odd-Even Fuel System with QR ...
COLOMBO (News 1st); Attention has been drawn to remove the current odd and even system of fuel distribution and to provide fuel under a QR code by the - Get ...
Sri Lanka has sufficient fuel stocks to meet demand until August ...
... system with a QR code-based system in the future, while discussions were also held on increasing fuel quotas and introducing further ... said Sri Lanka had ...
