Deputy Minister Eranga Gunasekara admits the government is “deeply shaken” by the electricity tariff increase, acknowledging that the treasury has been filled through taxes on everyday essentials like soap and toothpaste, while calling for 25 percent energy conservation amid the ongoing crisis.
Deputy Minister Eranga Gunasekara has stated that the treasury has been filled through taxes paid by the public on everyday items such as soap and toothpaste purchased from local shops, and that these funds are not meant to be wasted. He made these remarks at an event.
The Deputy Minister further noted that there is currently an issue in the country’s energy sector. He pointed out that 25 percent of energy must be conserved, and the government is implementing various programs toward that goal.
Commenting on the public pressure caused by the electricity tariff increase, Eranga Gunasekara emphasized that the government acknowledges the difficulty in bearing this increase and that they are deeply shaken by the situation.
