CEB seeks 13.56 per cent tariff increaseNewsThe Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has requested a 13.56 per cent tariff increase, citing a forecasted revenue shortfall of Rs. Accordingly, the national energy provider has proposed distributing the 13.56% tariff increase equally across all consumer categories and blocks. This means that each consumer's monthly bill will be increased by 13.56 per cent, from the current level. 20 of 2009, the CEB submitted a tariff review proposal on February 13, covering the period of April–June 2026. Reduction in generation forecast of Lakvijaya plant (Thermal – Coal) by 37 million units (37GWh) and increase in CEB power plant capacity cost by Rs.

Source: Sunday Times March 18, 2026 11:24 UTC