The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has cut off the three-phase electricity supply to the Weerakati Carlton residence of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa. In a surprising move, a team of CEB employees arrived at the residence earlier this afternoon to remove the wiring systems that had been installed.
According to the CEB, this action was taken as part of a policy decision to revoke certain facilities provided to former MPs. The disconnection comes amid ongoing efforts to scale back government expenses and address issues related to public resource allocation.
This development adds another layer of intrigue to the political landscape, as Mahinda Rajapaksa, once a towering figure in Sri Lankan politics, now faces the same inconveniences as many ordinary citizens who have endured power cuts during the nation’s recent energy crises.
While no official statement has been made by Rajapaksa or his representatives, the move has sparked conversation, as it underscores the government’s attempt to implement uniform policies for all, including high-profile figures. Some observers, however, are questioning whether the decision was purely administrative or carries a deeper political undertone.
For now, the former president’s residence will remain without its special three-phase electricity supply—a rare inconvenience for a man who has long been associated with political power.
