A special gazette notification has been issued, declaring the supply of electricity and all related services, as well as the supply and distribution of petroleum products and fuel, as essential services.
The Extraordinary Gazette notification was released by Presidential Secretary Saman Ekanayake on September 20, 2024, following directives from President Ranil Wickremesinghe. This designation aims to ensure the uninterrupted provision of these critical services to the public during times of need.
