The Public Utilities Commission has approved an 18% increase in electricity tariffs.
The new tariff increase is to be made based on monthly electricity consumption. Accordingly, the 18% price increase will be effective only for consumers who exceed the limit of 180 electricity units, said Professor K.P.L. Chandralal, Chairman of the Public Utilities Commission.
The Chairman emphasized that there will be no change in the electricity tariffs of consumers with normal and low electricity consumption (not exceeding 180 units).
The Public Utilities Commission has approved this price revision after a public consultation, considering a request made by electricity companies due to the increase in the cost of electricity production.